| The Self and Its Emotions Contributor(s): Kristjansson, Kristjan (Author) |
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ISBN: 0521114780 ISBN-13: 9780521114783 Publisher: Cambridge University Press OUR PRICE: $114.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: February 2010 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Philosophy | Mind & Body |
| Dewey: 126 |
| LCCN: 2009038055 |
| Series: Studies in Emotion and Social Interaction |
| Physical Information: 1" H x 6.2" W x 9.1" (1.25 lbs) 288 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: If there is one value that seems beyond reproach in modernity, it is that of the self and the terms that cluster around it, such as self-esteem, self-confidence, and self-respect. It is not clear, however, that all those who invoke the self really know what they are talking about, or that they are all talking about the same thing. What is this thing called 'self', then, and what is its psychological, philosophical, and educational salience? More specifically, what role do emotions play in the creation and constitution of the self? This book proposes a realist, emotion-grounded conception of selfhood. In arguing for a closer link between selfhood and emotion than has been previously suggested, the author critically explores and integrates self research from diverse academic fields. This is a provocative book that should excite anyone interested in cutting-edge research on self-issues and emotions that lies at the intersection of psychology, philosophy of mind, moral philosophy, and moral education. |
Contributor Bio(s): Kristjansson, Kristjan: - Kristjan Kristjansson received his PhD in moral philosophy from the University of St Andrews, Scotland. He has taught at the University of Akureyri, Iceland and at the University of Iceland, where he is currently Professor of Philosophy of Education. |