This book deals with the development of key traditions of practical wisdom, particularly in Aristotelian virtue ethics, but also extending to other traditions such as Confucianism and Islam. It includes historical perspectives in philosophy, and offers views on the core concept of phronesis or practical wisdom and associated themes such as the idea of ‘good’ in good judgment, decision making in particular contexts, uncertainty, the acquisition of wisdom, and deliberation. It also includes an exploration of more contentious themes, such as reciprocity in the virtues, techne vs praxis, and standards.
This book deals with the development of key traditions of practical wisdom, particularly in Aristotelian virtue ethics, but also extending to other traditions such as Confucianism and Islam. It includes historical perspectives in philosophy, and offers views on the core concept of phronesis or practical wisdom and associated themes such as the idea of ‘good’ in good judgment, decision making in particular contexts, uncertainty, the acquisition of wisdom, and deliberation. It also includes an exploration of more contentious themes, such as reciprocity in the virtues, techne vs praxis, and standards.
Provides a comprehensive and convenient account of practical wisdom
Explores contemporary responses to the revival of practical wisdom
Discusses a wide range of issues both at the level of theory and practice
Barry Schwartz
Practical Wisdom in Business and Management Aristotelian virtue ethics Practical Wisdom in Social Enterprises Historical and philosophical perspectives on Practical Wisdom Practical Wisdom in Confucianism, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism Business and management studies Practical wisdom within business and management contexts Explicit theories of wisdom Strategy and Entrepreneurship Practical Wisdom in Social Enterprises Practical Wisdom in Organization Theory Indigenous African perspectives on Practical Wisdom Practical wisdom and management’s political function Virtues, norms, and principles Practical Wisdom and the philosophy of action