On freedom : a philosophical dialogue / Nicholas J. Pappas.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Pappas, Nicholas J., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Liberty.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (216 p.)

Place of Publication:

New York : Algora Publishing, 2014.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

The notion of 'freedom' is essential to America's view of itself as a democratic and individual-based society. In this philosophical dialogue, characters assess the many facets, implications and apparent contradictions inherent in this deceptively complex idea. Seventy-nine short segments provide food for thought even in stolen moments of reading pleasure. The book sparkles with intellectually stimulating views. Drawing on the tradition of the Platonic dialogue, On Freedom explores what freedom is and what it means through the discussions of two characters (Director and Friend). Topics include

Contents:

Introduction; _GoBack; 1 Philosophy; GoBack; 2 Slavery I; 3 Speech; 4 Responsibility; 5 Nothing; 6 Open and Free; 7 Expression; 8 Judgment; 9 Anarchy; 10 Individuals; 11 Wealth; 12 Inner/Outer; 13 Ignore; 14 Knowledge; 15 Originality; 16 Privacy; 17 Self-Harm; 18 Yourself; 19 Love; 20 Failing; 21 Shining; 22 Doubting; 23 Equality; 24 Gaming; 25 Children; 26 Biology; 27 Decadence; 28 Metaphors; 29 Direct/Indirect; 30 Contradiction; 31 Formula; 32 Patience; 33 Play; 34 Mystery; 35 Virtue; 36 Statesman, Politician; 37 Respect; 38 Courage; 39 Reject; 40 Authority; 41 Self-Control

42 What Others Think43 Friends; 44 Potential; 45 Escape; 46 Ignorance; 47 Tolerance, Respect; 48 Demagogues; 49 Born; 50 Want; 51 Driven; 52 Instinct; 53 Conclusions; 54 Fear; 55 Complication; 56 Justice; 57 Assumption; 58 Think, Obey; 59 Oppression I; 60 Change; 61 Seduction; 62 Excess; 63 Intelligence; 64 Rules; 65 Inhibition; 66 Happiness; 67 Carefree; 68 Slavery II; 69 Pride; 70 Follow; 71 Hope; 72 Money; 73 Music; 74 Choice; 75 Before; 76 Oppression II; 77 Discipline; 78 Debate; 79 Vigilance

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

1-62894-059-X

OCLC:

878263561