Reason and Commitment

Roger Trigg's 'Reason and Commitment', first published in 1973 by Cambridge University Press, is presented here in a Good condition paperback edition. This seminal work explores fundamental questions concerning the justification of our most basic beliefs about morality, religion, and the nature of the world. Dr. Trigg delves into whether a rational and objective approach can guide our choices between alternative societies, modes of life, or world-views, illustrating the relevance of philosophical analysis to these profound dilemmas. He critiques the prevailing tendency to prioritize notions of commitment and convention over truth and reason, drawing insightful parallels between often-isolated issues. The book identifies a core cluster of ideas emphasizing self-contained conceptual systems that dictate their own standards of rationality. While originally published in 1973, its arguments remain highly pertinent. This volume serves both as a vigorous and distinctive exposition of fundamental philosophical problems for professional philosophers and as an accessible introduction for students to a wide array of philosophical challenges.

• Author: Trigg, Roger
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Year: 1973
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Good
• ISBN: 9780521097840