Bøger af Barry Hallen

Hallen's overview is intended to assist scholars and students in grasping Wiredu's complex philosophical thought.

Reveals everyday language as the key to understanding morals and ethics in Yoruba culture. The author identifies the priorities of Yoruba philosophy and culture though everyday expression and shows that there are rational pathways to both truth and beauty.

This is the only analysis of indigenous discourse about an African belief system undertaken within the framework of Anglo-American analytical philosophy.

Discusses major ideas, figures, and schools of thought in philosophy in the African context. While drawing out critical issues in the formation of African philosophy, this book focuses on scholarship and relevant debates that have made African philosophy critical to understanding the rich and complex cultural heritage of the continent.