Philosophy

Adam and Eve After the PillThis ground-breaking book by noted essayist and author Mary Eberstadt contends that sexual freedom has paradoxically produced widespread discontent. Drawing on sociologists Pitirim Sorokin, Carle Zimmerman, and others; philosopher G.E.M. Anscombe and novelist Tom Wolfe; and a host of feminists, food writers, musicians, and other voices from across today's popular culture, Eberstadt makes her contrarian case with an impressive array of evidence.

Art of Being a Good Friend, TheThis book shows you how to transform superficial friendships into soul-nourishing relationships that become for you (and for them) a means of spiritual growth. If you're married, you'll find here new ways to appreciate the gift God has given to you in your spouse.

Christianity and DemocracyAs this important work reveals, the philosophy of Maritain on natural law and human rights is complemented by and can only be properly understood in the light of his teaching on Christianity and democracy and their relationship. Maritain shows that Christianity cannot be made subservient to any political form or regime, that democracy is linked to Christianity, and that in order for democracy to thrive, it must reflect certain values historically derived from the Gospel.

Confessions of an Ex-FeministThis absorbing and poignant book traces the author's passage from the heart of the Catholic Church to the epicenter of the sexual revolution and back again. With candor, humor and a knack for storytelling, Murray reveals the mysterious ways God worked in her soul.

Geography of Good and Evil, The

Contrary to the fashionable view in the Western world, good and evil are objective aspects of the world, contends the Dutch philosopher Andreas Kinneging in this latest entry in ISI's Crosscurrents series. Kinneging lays out the metaphysical and epistemological foundations of virtue and vice and discusses the merits of alternative moral notions, such as "duties" and "rights." He contrasts the traditional, natural law view of the family with the modern view.

God is No Delusion

Richard Dawkins, biologist and best-selling author, claims that belief in God is a “delusion” and that “religion” harms society. By demonstrating how Dawkins’ criticisms rest on misunderstandings, superficial readings, poor argumentation, a lack of historical awareness, and not a little prejudice, Crean reveals Dawkins to be out of his philosophical and theological depth, and his case against God to be fundamentally flawed.

Life of the Mind, TheGeorgetown University’s James V. Schall takes up the task of reminding us that, as human beings, we naturally take a special delight and pleasure in simply knowing. Because we have not only bodies but also minds, we are built to know what is.

Lord of the Elves and EldilsA fascinating look at the fantasy and philosophy of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R Tolkien, two men who were friends and fellow professors at Oxford, both renowned Christian thinkers who “found it necessary to create for the purposes of their fiction other worlds,"

On the Meaning of SexAcclaimed philosopher J. Budziszewski's wise, gracefully written book about the nature, meaning, and mysteries of sexuality corrects the most prevalent errors about sex in our times, particularly the errors of the sexual revolution which by mistaking pleasure for a good in itself has caused untold pain and suffering. In restoring the meaning and purpose of sex, the author reclaims what Dante calls “the intelligence of love.”

OrthodoxyOf the numerous works that Chesterton wrote, the most scintillating synthesis of his philosophy and deeply religious faith is manifested in his masterpiece, Orthodoxy, written when he was only thirty-four and telling, in his inimitable, soaring prose, of his earth-shaking discovery that orthodoxy is the only satisfactory answer to the perplexing riddle of the universe.

Robert Frost: the Poet as PhilosopherThoroughly informed by his twenty-three year friendship and correspondence with Frost, Stanlis' landmark volume is the first attempt to deal with the poet’s philosophy in a systematic manner. It will appeal not only to fans of Frost but to all who understand poetry as a form of revelation for understanding human nature.

St. Thomas Aquinas and St. Francis of Assisi“No two lives are more interesting or diverse than St. Francis of Assisi and St. Thomas Aquinas. The St. Francis book is today especially significant because it addresses itself on how to reform a corrupt culture, while the St. Thomas book is important because it addresses the problem of disordered minds. Chesterton makes philosophy intelligible and poverty rich. No two books get at the heart of things better or in a more delightful manner.” (James Schall)

The Great TraditionIn an unbroken chain of giving and receiving, The Great Tradition embraces the accumulated wisdom of the past and understands education as the initiation of students into a body of truth. This unique collection is designed to help parents, students, and teachers reconnect with this noble legacy, to articulate a coherent defense of the liberal arts tradition, and to do battle with the modern utilitarians and vocationalists who dominate educational theory and practice.

The Line Through the HeartNatural law is a fact about human beings, and a theory that humbles itself before this fact. Yet it is something else as well—a sign of contradiction, something that exasperates, offends, and enrages. Written in Budziszewski's usual crystalline style The Line Through the Heart makes the natural law and its implications clear for both scholars and general readers.

The LordIn these spiritual commentaries on the life of Jesus, from the nativity to the Passion and Resurrection, Guardini explains that we must not attempt to shape Jesus according to our will, deciding how and what we want Our Lord to be, but that we must approach Him in the spirit of total conversion, and surrender ourselves completely to His divine will in obedience and faith.

The Loser Letters

"Through letters of advice from A.F. Christian, an enthusiastic convert to the cause of the new atheists, Mary Eberstadt deftly exposes the flaws in their views. Using the lingo of pop culture to hilarious effect, she offers a scathing satire of their question-begging arguments and shows with great wit that they are not just wrongheaded but downright laughable. Yet this spirited defense of Christian faith is also a poignant commentary on what it means to be human."

The Order of Things“After reading James V. Schall’s The Order of Things, I have been sorely tempted to give up teaching and simply tell my students to read Schall. This little work is a virtual ratio studiorum of higher education in the finest sense. Its wisdom towers over the current intellectual scene with a common sense sanity that is intoxicating

The Philosophy of TolkienOn a voyage of discovery into the philosophical bones of Middle earth, Kreeft deftly organizes themes from The Lord of the Rings into 50 categories, accompanied by over 1,000 references to the text. Since many of the great questions of philosophy are included in the 50-theme outline, this book can also be read as an engaging introduction to philosophy!

We Still Hold These Truths

A #2 Washington Post bestseller. We Still Hold These Truths offers a bracing analysis of how and why we have lost our bearings as a nation and lays out a strategy to rescue our future from arbitrary and unlimited government. Spalding explains and brings to life ten core principles that define us as a nation and inspire us as a people—liberty and equality, natural rights and the consent of the governed, private property and religious freedom, the rule of law and constitutionalism, all culminating in self-government at home and independence in the world.

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