Emotion: the Basics
Author(s): BRADY, MICHAEL
Philosophy | Psychology, Self-Help & Wellbeing
While human beings might be rational animals, they are emotional animals as well. Emotions play a central role in all areas of our lives and if we are to have a proper understanding of human life and activity, we ought to have a good grasp of the emotions. Michael S. Brady structures Emotion: The Basics around two basic, yet fundamental, questions: What are emotions? And what do emotions do? In answering these questions Brady provides insight into a core component of all our lives, covering:
- the nature of emotion;
- emotion, knowledge, and understanding;
- emotion and action;
- emotions and social groups;
- emotion, morality, and art.
In this concise and insightful introduction, Brady explains why we are often better off as a result of emotion rather than reason being in the driving seat, as our lives, both individual and social, would be significantly impoverished without the emotions. With a glossary of key terms and suggestions for further reading, Emotion: The Basics is an ideal starting point for anyone seeking a full introduction to the philosophical study of emotion.
Product Information
General Fields
- :
- : Taylor & Francis Group.
- : Routledge
- : 0.181437
- : 13 December 2018
- : 1.1 Centimeters X 13 Centimeters X 19.8 Centimeters
- : books
Special Fields
- : BRADY, MICHAEL
- : Paperback
- : English
- : 168