The Philosopher's New Clothes: The Theaetetus, the Academy, and Philosophy’s Turn against Fashion 0815372396, 9780815372394

This book takes a new approach to the question, "Is the philosopher to be seen as universal human being or as eccen

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The Philosopher's New Clothes: The Theaetetus, the Academy, and Philosophy’s Turn against Fashion
0815372396, 9780815372394

The book consists of sixteen essays (and an introduction) from prominent philosophers who are at odds with the predomina

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An investigation into the damage wrought by the colossal clothing industry and the grassroots, high-tech, international

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