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Crucible of Reason: Intentional Action, Practical Rationality, and Weakness of Will (Paperback)

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In this clear, incisive, and well-written inquiry, philosopher Keith D. Wyma subjects the thought of three prominent intentional theorists, R. M. Hare, Donald Davidson, and Thomas Aquinas, to the crucible of reason to see whether, and how, they can account for weakness of will. Wyma is careful to clarify which actions count as incontinent or the result of weakness of will; they must be performed intentionally even as they are judged as something that ought not to be done. His in-depth study of Hare, Davidson, and Aquinas on this important issue is a major contribution to understanding practical rationality and intentional action.

About the Author


Keith D. Wyma is assistant professor of religion and philosophy at Whitworth College in Spokane, Washington.

Product Details
ISBN: 9780742535381
ISBN-10: 074253538X
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Publication Date: October 20th, 2004
Pages: 309
Language: English