Author:
Vernon, Mark, 1966-
Imprint:New York : McGraw-Hill, 2010.
Descriptionxx, 252 p. ; 20 cm.
Note:Classical antecedents -- Renaissance humanism -- Enlightenment humanism -- Contemporary humanisms 1: Marxism, utilitarianism and pragmatism -- Contemporary humanism 2: existentialists and 'anti-humanists' -- Contemporary humanisms 3: Darwin, organized humanism and Christians -- Ten pressing issues -- Humanism as a way of life.
Bibliography Note:Includes bibliographical references and index.
Note:The definitive introduction to this diverse and increasingly prominent philosophy. Covers the ancient origins of humanism, as well as humanist thoughts on pressing modern issues such as climate change.
