Love and Friendship in the Western Tradition: From Plato to Postmodernity
Love and Friendship in the Western Tradition: From Plato to Postmodernity collects James McEvoy’s essays on friendship across the history of Western philosophy. Its historical and thematic scope links ancient Greek thought, medieval discussions and modern and postmodern philosophy, with particular emphasis on medieval thinkers.
At a glance
- Essays examine philosophical treatments of friendship from Greek philosophy through the Middle Ages to modern and postmodern thought.
- Three themes include friendship’s intellectual history, its role in the philosophical life, and its reduced prominence in modern philosophical reflection.
- Medieval discussions receive particular attention, including Augustine, Aquinas, Aelred of Rievaulx, Henry of Ghent and Robert Grosseteste.
Reference price: $157.00
Price checked: 13 Nov 2026
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Pros
- Combines historical and thematic approaches, helping readers follow connections across periods rather than treating each era in isolation.
- The medieval emphasis offers a detailed route into a period that connects ancient sources with later ideas about the philosophical life.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA PRESS |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 29 December 2023 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 414 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 081323669X |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0813236698 |
| Weight listed | 771 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 15.19 x 3.61 x 23.01 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers studying the history of friendship in Western philosophy.
- Students and researchers interested in medieval philosophy and its connections to ancient and modern thought.
- Readers seeking scholarly essays on friendship’s place in philosophical practice.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a broad, introductory overview of all philosophical topics rather than a focused collection on friendship.
Frequently asked questions
What does this book cover?
It brings together essays tracing philosophical discussions of friendship from Greek philosophy through medieval, modern and postmodern thought.
Does the collection focus on the Middle Ages?
Yes. The supplied description says medieval thought receives substantial attention, including discussions of Augustine, Aquinas, Aelred of Rievaulx, Henry of Ghent and Robert Grosseteste.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 414 pages.
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