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Aquinas: A Beginner's Guide (Beginner's Guides)
by
Edward Feser
One of the most influential philosophers and theologians in the history of Western thought, St Thomas Aquinas established the foundations for much of modern philosophy of religion, and is famous for his arguments for the existence of God. In this cogent and multifaceted introduction to the great Saint's work, Edward Feser argues that you cannot fully understand Aquinas's p...more
Paperback, 224 pages
Published
October 25th 2009
by Oneworld Publications
(first published 2009)
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Feser's "introduction" to Aquinas is supposed to be a beginner's guide to his thought. As a guide for beginners I think this book is far too intense and far too intimidating. As an introduction to THOMISM this book is closer to a beginner's guide but still too technical for someone who is not already familiar with the current debates between contemporary Thomists. For myself, having at least an understanding of introductory topics in Thomistic philosophy and a strong interest in what a...more
One of the clearest introductions to Aquinas I've read so far. The manner in which it's written is accessible, yet not watered down. The major questions are discussed from the perspective of their historical setting as well as from a modern perspective. Another useful feature is a list of suggested readings for each chapter.
Very clear beginners guide. Not necessarily great (or intended) for an academic audience, but very good for a layperson who's hoping to understand the relevance of Thomistic thought in the face of the "challenges" lobbied by modern atheism (and certain, perhaps even the majority of, modern theists).
This is a remarkably clear and well written introduction Aquinas's philosophy (rather than his theology). Feser gives a wonderful example of how to give a popular exposition of heavy-duty philosophical thought. He also shows how to argue when one's readers are likely to have all the prejudices of modern philosophy. I thought there were a few weaknesses--the explanation of the fourth way's premise that the first in a genus is the cause of everything else in the genus was weak--and a few things ou...more
An excellent introduction to--really, contemporary defense of--Aquinas' metaphysics, theology, and ethics. Makes clear that Aquinas is a live option philosophically, and defends some theological doctrines that have fallen on hard times.
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