A short history of African philosophy / Barry Hallen.

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Hallen, B

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text

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computer

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online resource

ISBN:

0253109183
9780253109187
1282063030
9781282063037
9780253003485
0253003482
025334106X
9780253341068

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Additional physical formats: Print version:: Short history of African philosophy.DDC classification:

199/.6 21

LOC classification:

B5305 .H35 2002eb

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08.10

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Contents:

Historical perspective -- Twentieth-century origins -- Rationality as culturally universal -- Rationality as culturally relative -- Ethnophilosophy and philosophical sagacity -- Phenomenology and hermeneutics -- Socialism and Marxism -- Philosophy and culture -- Histories, anthologies, introductions to African philosophy, journals, and Web sites.

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Summary: In this accessible book, Barry Hallen discusses the major ideas, figures, and schools of thought in African philosophy. While drawing out critical issues in the formation of African philosophy, Hallen focuses on the recent scholarship, current issues, and relevant debates that have made African philosophy an important key to understanding the rich and complex cultural heritage of Africa. Hallen builds upon Africa's connections with Western philosophical traditions and explores African contributions to cul.

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Includes bibliographical references and index.

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In this accessible book, Barry Hallen discusses the major ideas, figures, and schools of thought in African philosophy. While drawing out critical issues in the formation of African philosophy, Hallen focuses on the recent scholarship, current issues, and relevant debates that have made African philosophy an important key to understanding the rich and complex cultural heritage of Africa. Hallen builds upon Africa's connections with Western philosophical traditions and explores African contributions to cul.

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