Introduction to Phenomenology
Robert Sokolowski, "Introduction to Phenomenology"
Cambridge University Press | 1999 | ISBN: 0521667925 |
This book presents the major philosophical doctrines of phenomenology in a clear, lively style with an abundance of examples. The book examines such phenomena as perception, pictures, imagination, memory, language, and reference, and shows how human thinking arises from experience. It also studies personal identity as established through time and discusses the nature of philosophy. In addition to providing a new interpretation of the correspondence theory of truth, the author also explains how phenomenology differs from both modern and postmodern forms of thinking.
Summary: Excellent: Intriguing, Clear, and Succinct
Rating: 5
As a philosophy graduate student who knew little about phenomenology, I found this introduction fantastic. Phenomenology has the potential to overcome many of the dilemmas of modern philosophy, as Robert Sokolowski clearly and vividly presents. Though not yet convinced, I am eager to read more, a desire any good introduction should instill in its readers. If other protagonists in this philosophical tradition write as simply and as elegantly as Sokolowski, it's prospects are bright indeed...
Summary: Outstanding Introduction to Phenomenology
Rating: 5
`Introduction to Phenomenology' by Robert Sokolowski is an outstanding introduction to phenomenology, providing an accessible and helpful entry point to this important aspect of continental philosophy.
Unlike some introductory texts which focus on introducing the field's major thinkers and their work, Sokolowski's approach is thematic looking at phenomenology's questions and terminology rather than its historic personages. Readers interested in a more detailed and historically focused introduction to phenomenology may enjoy a series of MP3 audio lectures by John Drabinski's "Between Husserl and Heidegger' (available on-line).
Overall, this is an outstanding introduction to phenomenology; it is clear, concise and helpful. I highly recommend it for all readers new to this subject as well as those that have questions in this area.
Summary: Introduction to phenomenology
Rating: 5
This book will be just great for introducing my master degree students on very important concepts on Phenomenology, especially intentionality. It will also cope with the hard task of explaining what phenomenology really is. I have used the D'Artigues book for many years, since it is a good one , however Sokolowsky gives e new breath to any one looking for a better understanding of that important philosophic approach to our complex and challenging human world, mainly nowadays due to so many conflicting relationships everywhere.
Cambridge University Press | 1999 | ISBN: 0521667925 |
This book presents the major philosophical doctrines of phenomenology in a clear, lively style with an abundance of examples. The book examines such phenomena as perception, pictures, imagination, memory, language, and reference, and shows how human thinking arises from experience. It also studies personal identity as established through time and discusses the nature of philosophy. In addition to providing a new interpretation of the correspondence theory of truth, the author also explains how phenomenology differs from both modern and postmodern forms of thinking.
Summary: Excellent: Intriguing, Clear, and Succinct
Rating: 5
As a philosophy graduate student who knew little about phenomenology, I found this introduction fantastic. Phenomenology has the potential to overcome many of the dilemmas of modern philosophy, as Robert Sokolowski clearly and vividly presents. Though not yet convinced, I am eager to read more, a desire any good introduction should instill in its readers. If other protagonists in this philosophical tradition write as simply and as elegantly as Sokolowski, it's prospects are bright indeed...
Summary: Outstanding Introduction to Phenomenology
Rating: 5
`Introduction to Phenomenology' by Robert Sokolowski is an outstanding introduction to phenomenology, providing an accessible and helpful entry point to this important aspect of continental philosophy.
Unlike some introductory texts which focus on introducing the field's major thinkers and their work, Sokolowski's approach is thematic looking at phenomenology's questions and terminology rather than its historic personages. Readers interested in a more detailed and historically focused introduction to phenomenology may enjoy a series of MP3 audio lectures by John Drabinski's "Between Husserl and Heidegger' (available on-line).
Overall, this is an outstanding introduction to phenomenology; it is clear, concise and helpful. I highly recommend it for all readers new to this subject as well as those that have questions in this area.
Summary: Introduction to phenomenology
Rating: 5
This book will be just great for introducing my master degree students on very important concepts on Phenomenology, especially intentionality. It will also cope with the hard task of explaining what phenomenology really is. I have used the D'Artigues book for many years, since it is a good one , however Sokolowsky gives e new breath to any one looking for a better understanding of that important philosophic approach to our complex and challenging human world, mainly nowadays due to so many conflicting relationships everywhere.
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