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A Companion to Environmental Philosophy
Contributor(s): Jamieson, Dale (Editor)
ISBN: 1557869103     ISBN-13: 9781557869104
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
OUR PRICE:   $244.10  
Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats
Published: January 1991
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Annotation: "A Companion to Environmental Philosophy" is a pioneering work in the burgeoning field of environmental philosophy. This ground-breaking volume contains thirty-six original articles exemplifying the rich diversity of scholarship in this field.


The volume begins by exploring environmental philosophy and the cultural traditions from which it springs. After discussing its roots, and then looking at contemporary environmental ethics, environmental philosophy is brought into conversation with other fields and disciplines such as literature, economics, ecology, and law. The last section focuses on the environmental problems that stimulate current debates.

This "Companion" is an indispensable reference book for students and researchers in environmental philosophy. It will be enjoyed by anyone who is interested in environmental affairs.

Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Philosophy | Ethics & Moral Philosophy
- Nature | Environmental Conservation & Protection - General
Dewey: 363.700
LCCN: 00039772
Series: Blackwell Companions to Philosophy
Physical Information: 1.87" H x 6.91" W x 10" (2.40 lbs) 552 pages
 
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Publisher Description:
A Companion to Environmental Philosophy is a pioneering work in the burgeoning field of environmental philosophy. This ground-breaking volume contains thirty-six original articles exemplifying the rich diversity of scholarship in this field.

  • Contains thirty-six original articles, written by international scholars.
  • Traces the roots of environmental philosophy through the exploration of cultural traditions from around the world.
  • Brings environmental philosophy into conversation with other fields and disciplines such as literature, economics, ecology, and law.
  • Discusses environmental problems that stimulate current debates.