Philosophy in an African place /

Janz, Bruce B., 1960-

Philosophy in an African place / Bruce B. Janz. - Lanham, Md. ; Plymouth : Lexington Books, c2009. - x, 272 p. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 253-263) and index.

Introduction: Philosophy-in-place -- Tradition in the periphery -- Questioning reason -- "Wisdom is actually thought" -- Culture and the problem of universality -- Listening to language -- Practicality : African philosophy's debts and duties -- Locating African philosophy.

9780739136683 (cloth : alk. paper) 9780739136706 (electronic)

2009023213

GBA9C2166 bnb


Philosophy, African.

B5305 / .J36 2009

199.6