The Enigma of Health: The Art of Healing in a Scientific Age by Hans-Georg Gadam

Description: The Enigma of Health by Hans-Georg Gadamer aeo Gadamer is one of the leading philosophers of the 20th Century. aeo This book brings together his reflections on health, illness and the art of healing. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In this book Gadamer discusses the transformations in human self-understanding, focusing on the achievements of modern medicine. Back Cover In this important book, Hans-Georg Gadamer discusses the transformations in human self-understanding wrought by the scientific world-view, focusing in particular on the unparalleled achievements of modern medicine. He explores the ethical and humanist issues raised by the technological successes of modern clinical practice, and relates them to the classical conception of praxis in the philosophical tradition. In a series of lucid and engaging analyses, Gadamer eloquently defends the idea of medicine, not only as a science of health, but as an art of hermeneutic relevance, requiring the exercise of practical judgement and personal interpretation. We should, he argues, recognize the limits of a purely technical approach to healing, as well as the importance of a qualitative approach to medical treatment. Written by one of the leading philosophers of the twentieth century, this brilliant meditation on health, illness and the art of healing will be of interest to general readers as well as students of philosophy and social thought. Flap In this important book, Hans-Georg Gadamer discusses the transformations in human self-understanding wrought by the scientific world-view, focusing in particular on the unparalleled achievements of modern medicine. He explores the ethical and humanist issues raised by the technological successes of modern clinical practice, and relates them to the classical conception of praxis in the philosophical tradition. In a series of lucid and engaging analyses, Gadamer eloquently defends the idea of medicine, not only as a science of health, but as an art of hermeneutic relevance, requiring the exercise of practical judgement and personal interpretation. We should, he argues, recognize the limits of a purely technical approach to healing, as well as the importance of a qualitative approach to medical treatment. Written by one of the leading philosophers of the twentieth century, this brilliant meditation on health, illness and the art of healing will be of interest to general readers as well as students of philosophy and social thought. Table of Contents Preface. 1. Theory, Technology, Praxis. 2. Apologia for the Art of Healing. 3. The Problem of Intelligence. 4. The Experience of Death. 5. Bodily Experience and the Limits of Objectificaton. 6. Between Nature and Art. 7. Philosophy and Practical Medicine. 8. On the Enigmatic Character of Health. 9. Authority and Critical Freedom. 10. Treatment and Dialogue. 11. Life and Soul. 12. Anxiety and Anxieties. 13. Hermeneutics and Psychiatry. Index. Review "The Enigma of Health is a thoroughly wise book and should be compulsory reading for anyone with a direct or passing, professional or lay, interest in medicine and health-care. It is also an excellent introduction to the intricacies and subtleties of Gadamers thought." Milltown Studies "Anyone interested in Gadamer, and anyone seeking quotable quotes from a famous and influential philosopher who is sceptical of the claims of modernism in medicine, would do well to peruse this book." Medical History "There is much of interest ... Gadamer has written wide-ranging essays which will generate reflection ... thought provoking." Health Long Description In this important book, Hans-Georg Gadamer discusses the transformations in human self-understanding wrought by the scientific world-view, focusing in particular on the unparalleled achievements of modern medicine. He explores the ethical and humanist issues raised by the technological successes of modern clinical practice, and relates them to the classical conception of praxis in the philosophical tradition. In a series of lucid and engaging analyses, Gadamer eloquently defends the idea of medicine, not only as a science of health, but as an art of hermeneutic relevance, requiring the exercise of practical judgement and personal interpretation. We should, he argues, recognize the limits of a purely technical approach to healing, as well as the importance of a qualitative approach to medical treatment. Written by one of the leading philosophers of the twentieth century, this brilliant meditation on health, illness and the art of healing will be of interest to general readers as well as students of philosophy and social thought. Review Text "The Enigma of Health is a thoroughly wise book and should be compulsory reading for anyone with a direct or passing, professional or lay, interest in medicine and health-care. It is also an excellent introduction to the intricacies and subtleties of Gadamers thought." Milltown Studies "Anyone interested in Gadamer, and anyone seeking quotable quotes from a famous and influential philosopher who is sceptical of the claims of modernism in medicine, would do well to peruse this book." Medical History "There is much of interest ... Gadamer has written wide-ranging essays which will generate reflection ... thought provoking." Health Review Quote The Enigma of Health is a thoroughly wise book and should be compulsory reading for anyone with a direct or passing, professional or lay, interest in medicine and health-care. It is also an excellent introduction to the intricacies and subtleties of Gadamers thought." Milltown Studies "Anyone interested in Gadamer, and anyone seeking quotable quotes from a famous and influential philosopher who is sceptical of the claims of modernism in medicine, would do well to peruse this book." Medical History "There is much of interest ... Gadamer has written wide-ranging essays which will generate reflection ... thought provoking." Health Feature * Gadamer is one of the leading philosophers of the 20th Century. * This book brings together his reflections on health, illness and the art of healing. Details ISBN0745615945 Pages 192 Year 1996 ISBN-10 0745615945 ISBN-13 9780745615943 Format Paperback Imprint Polity Press Subtitle The Art of Healing in a Scientific Age Place of Publication Oxford Country of Publication United Kingdom Translated from German DEWEY 610.1 Edition 1st Publication Date 1996-02-15 UK Release Date 1996-02-15 NZ Release Date 1996-02-15 Author Hans-Georg Gadamer Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd Alternative 9780745613673 Audience Undergraduate AU Release Date 1996-02-14 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:22439361;

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