{"title":"Simon Blackburn","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our carefully curated collection of works by the distinguished philosopher Simon Blackburn. As an eminent voice in the world of philosophy, Blackburn is celebrated for his ability to demystify complex ideas and make them accessible to a wider audience. His remarkable capacity to engage both novices and seasoned scholars alike makes his books an ideal choice for anyone looking to explore philosophical and psychological themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the highlights of this collection is \u003cem\u003eHow To Read Hume\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling guide that unravels the intricate thoughts of the Scottish philosopher David Hume. In this enlightening read, Blackburn provides insights that illuminate Hume's profound impact on philosophical discourse and his enduring relevance in contemporary discussions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother notable work, \u003cem\u003eMirror, Mirror\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into the facets of self-perception and our understanding of the self. Blackburn navigates through intriguing questions about how we perceive ourselves and how that shapes our interactions with the world. This book offers a thoughtful exploration of identity, encouraging readers to reflect deeply on their sense of self.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're delving into philosophical inquiries for the first time or looking to enrich your understanding of complex psychological concepts, Simon Blackburn's works are a valuable addition to any reader's library. Browse our collection today to discover the thought-provoking writings of this influential author.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"how-to-read-hume-by-simon-blackburn-9781847080332","title":"How To Read Hume","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Be a philosopher; but, amidst all your philosophy, be still a man.' - David Hume\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDavid Hume is generally recognised as the UK's greatest philosopher, as well as a notable historian and essayist, and a central figure of the Enlightenment. Yet his work is delicately poised between scepticism and naturalism, between despair at the limited powers of the mind and optimism at the progress we can make by understanding it. This difficult balancing act has given rise to a multitude of different interpretations: reading Hume has never been free of controversy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this new approach to his writings, Simon Blackburn describes how Hume can be placed as one of the earliest, and most successful, evolutionary psychologists, weaving plausible natural accounts of the way we should think of ourselves, and of how we have come to be what we are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000641011948,"sku":"9781847080332","price":32.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/17530773482845.jpg?v=1763292679"},{"product_id":"mirror-mirror-by-simon-blackburn-9780691169118","title":"Mirror, Mirror","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEveryone deplores narcissism, especially in others. The vain are by turns annoying or absurd, offending us whether they are blissfully oblivious or proudly aware of their behaviour. But are narcissism and vanity really as bad as they seem? Can we avoid them even if we try?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eMirror, Mirror\u003c\/i\u003e, Simon Blackburn, the author of such best-selling philosophy books as \u003ci\u003eThink\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eBeing Good\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eLust\u003c\/i\u003e, says that narcissism, vanity, pride, and self-esteem are more complex than they first appear and have innumerable good and bad forms. Drawing on philosophy, psychology, literature, history, and popular culture, Blackburn offers an enlightening and entertaining exploration of self-love, from the myth of Narcissus and the Christian story of the Fall to today's self-esteem industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA sparkling mixture of learning, humour, and style, \u003ci\u003eMirror, Mirror\u003c\/i\u003e examines what great thinkers have said about self-love—from Aristotle, Cicero, and Erasmus to Rousseau, Adam Smith, Kant, and Iris Murdoch. It considers today's \"me\"-related obsessions, such as the \"selfie,\" plastic surgery, and cosmetic enhancements, and reflects on connected phenomena such as the fatal commodification of social life and the tragic overconfidence of George W. Bush and Tony Blair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUltimately, \u003ci\u003eMirror, Mirror\u003c\/i\u003e shows why self-regard is a necessary and healthy part of life. But it also suggests that we have lost the ability to distinguish—let alone strike a balance—between good and bad forms of self-concern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000685215980,"sku":"9780691169118","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1678323482434.jpg?v=1763296903"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/simon-blackburn.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}