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Book SynopsisThis book goes beyond a simple study of Newman’s thought and work and seeks to apply his deductions to modern value conflicts. Although it will be of particular relevance to academic readers with some prior knowledge of Newman’s works, it may also be of wider interest to students of history, philosophy, theology and spirituality. More generally, its unusual focus on Newman’s epistemology and philosophical deductions, and how these relate to present-day dilemmas, should also attract interest from his many non-academic followers and devotees. “The main value of this work lies in its original approach to Newman from a Polish Personalist perspective, and this (rather than as another amorphous study of Newman) could give it novelty value and attract real interest from Newman scholars and experts.” -Jonathan Luxmoore, Oxford-based writer and Church historian "How do we evaluate a human life, our own life? Beginning with John Henry Newman’s defence of his life, Jan Kłos in this volume sensitively explores from a personalist perspective how all our lives involve struggle with commitment, responsibility, and truth. In its emphasis on the narrative structure of human lives, the book makes a valuable contribution not just to the philosophy of personalism but to social theory overall." -Douglas Porpora, Professor of Sociology, Drexel University
Table of ContentsAbbreviations of John Henry Newman’s Texts Introduction Part 1 The Main Components of Newman’s Personalist System of Cognition Introduction to Part 1 1 Probability as the Guide of Life 2 Real and Unreal Words 3 Egotism Is True Modesty 4 Certitude or I Know that I Know 5 The Guidance of Conscience Part 2 Historical Studies Introduction to Part 2 6 The Church of England and the Church of Rome 7 The Church Fathers 8 Tract xc and the Articles 9 The Logic of Dogmas 10 The Individual Journey Has Reached Its Destination—1845 and Thereafter Conclusion Bibliography Index
