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Philosophical Reflections on Some Concerns and Values in African Societies
As a result of the dire consequences of colonialism, Africa continues to be confronted with harsh challenges, even in postcolonial times. Political independence seems to have done very little to liberate and improve the lives of Africans. This volume addresses some key issues and problems that the continent has had, and with which it continues to grapple. It argues that, although these problems have largely arisen due to Africa's encounter with the Western world, the solutions must basically be found within the continent itself--they must be home-grown. The problems highlighted in the collection are diverse; they are social-political, ontological, epistemological, moral, developmental, educational, and religious. Accordingly, the text will appeal to philosophers, political scientists, historians, educators, Pan-Africanists, and persons with Afrocentric leanings.
Trends and Issues in African Philosophy
This book provides an excellent orientation to, and a logical development of, the major trends and issues that have dominated discussions in African philosophy since the publication of Placide Tempels' Bantu Philosophy in 1945. Views of some of the best-known African philosophers, such as Kwasi Wiredu, Paulin Hountondji, H. Odera Oruka, Peter Bodunrin, and D. A. Masolo are discussed in detail. The text takes into account, in the form of quotations or referencing, the views of several other philosophers who have had something to say about African philosophy. This book facilitates an excellent orientation on African philosophy at the undergraduate level. Those pursuing African philosophy at the graduate level will find the text refreshingly novel.
An Introduction to African Philosophy
Organized topically rather than historically, this book provides an excellent introduction to the subject of African Philosophy. Samuel Oluoch Imbo synthesizes the ideas of key African philosophers into an accessible narrative. The author focuses on five central questions: What are the definitions of African philosophy? Is ethno-philosophy really philosophy? What are the dangers of an African philosophy that claims to be 'unique'? Can African philosophy be done in foreign languages such as English and French? Are there useful ways to make connections between African philosophy, African American philosophy, and women's studies? By making cross-disciplinary and transnational connections, Imbo stakes out an important place for African philosophy. Imbo's book is an invaluable introduction to this dynamic and growing area of study.
Listening to Ourselves
Contemporary African philosophy in indigenous African languages and English translation. A groundbreaking contribution to the discipline of philosophy, this volume presents a collection of philosophical essays written in indigenous African languages by professional African philosophers with English translations on the facing pagesdemonstrating the linguistic and conceptual resources of African languages for a distinctly African philosophy. Hailing from five different countries and writing in six different languages, the seven authors featured include some of the most prominent African philosophers of our time. They address a range of topics, including the nature of truth, different ways of conceiving time, the linguistic status of proverbs, how naming practices work, gender equality and inequality in traditional society, the relationship between language and thought, and the extent to which morality is universal or culturally variable.
African Philosophy
The aim of the book is thus to present, substantively, significant writing on African Philosophy, in a form which will be useful both in the classroom and in the library of those interested in Africa.
Philosophical Reflections on Some Concerns and Values in African Societies
As a result of the dire consequences of colonialism, Africa continues to be confronted with harsh challenges, even in postcolonial times. Political independence seems to have done very little to liberate and improve the lives of Africans. This volume addresses some key issues and problems that the continent has had, and with which it continues to grapple. It argues that, although these problems have largely arisen due to Africa's encounter with the Western world, the solutions must basically be found within the continent itself--they must be home-grown. The problems highlighted in the collection are diverse; they are social-political, ontological, epistemological, moral, developmental, educational, and religious. Accordingly, the text will appeal to philosophers, political scientists, historians, educators, Pan-Africanists, and persons with Afrocentric leanings.
Conversations in Philosophy
Conversations in Philosophy: Crossing the Boundaries consists of essays that revolve around the question of the nature and meaning of philosophy, even as it demonstrates philosophy’s significance and relevance to some fundamental human problems and issues. The essays present diverse views of what philosophy might be and might aspire to be, with contributors being influenced by a wide range of philosophical approaches and traditions. The conversations also cut across disciplinary boundaries to interrogate and utilize ideas taken from ethics, epistemology, metaphysics, literary studies, cultural studies, and the sociology of science. Traversing regional boundaries, the essays show philosophi...
Self and Community in a Changing World
Revisiting African philosophy's classic questions, D. A. Masolo advances understandings of what it means to be human -- whether of African or other origin. Masolo reframes indigenous knowledge as diversity: How are we to understand the place and structure of consciousness? How does the everyday color the world we know? Where are the boundaries between self and other, universal and particular, and individual and community? From here, he takes a dramatic turn toward Africa's current political situation and considers why individual rights and freedoms have not been recognized, respected, demanded, or enforced. Masolo offers solutions for containing socially destructive conduct and antisocial tendencies by engaging community. His unique thinking about community and the role of the individual extends African philosophy in new, global directions.
