About the Book This volume on Contemporary Philosophy deals with the main thinkers and themes of Western Philosophy from the beginning of 19th century. Movements like idealism, positivism, existentialism and philosophy of life are dealt with succinctly. A brief history of the main thinkers (including Fichte, Hegel, Schopenhauer, Comte, Spencer, Kierkegaard, Sartre and Heidegger, etc.) are given and their contemporary relevance emphasized. Based on his 40 years of interaction with young philosophy scholars, this volume is a must for anyone interested in dealing with contemporary thought and vision. This concise book is a continuation of the author's earlier volume on Ancient, Medieval and Modern Philosophy. A must for anyone interested in the history of contemporary Western philosophy.
About the Author Dr Cyrils Desbruslais (1940-) is an Indian Jesuit priest, Professor of Philosophy at Jnana- Deepa, Pune, India, and an accomplished playwright. He has been inspiring countless number of youth to lead meaningful and visionary lives. Accompanying young minds (including luminaries like Dr Shashi Tharoor and General Shankar Roychowdhury), Dr Desbruslais, who completed 80 eventful and fruitful years, has contributed significantly to the flourishing and well-being of youth in India at the emotional, intellectual and spiritual levels.
Dr Valerian Mendonca SJ, a student of Dr Desbruslais, is Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Loyola College, Chennai.
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