Philosophy of action: an anthology

The Philosophy of Action: An Anthology is anauthoritative collection of key work by top scholars, arrangedthematically and accompanied by expert introductions written by theeditors. This unique collection brings together a selection of themost influential essays from the 1960s to the present day.

• An invaluable collection that brings together a selection ofthe most important classic and contemporary articles in philosophyof action, from the 1960 s to the present day
• No other broad–ranging and detailed coverage of this kindcurrently exists in the field
• Each themed section opens with a synoptic introduction andincludes a comprehensive further reading list to guidestudents
• Includes sections on action and agency, willing and trying,intention and intentional action, acting for a reason, theexplanation of action, and free agency and responsibility
• Written and organised in a style that allows it to be used as aprimary teaching resource in its own right