Preserving the Person ~ C Stephen Evans

Preserving the Person ~ C Stephen Evans

Medium soft cover
Very good condition

ISBN 0-87784-798-3

"Preserving the Person: A Look at the Human Sciences" by C. Stephen Evans is a philosophical exploration of the concept of personhood within the context of various human sciences, including psychology, sociology, and philosophy. Evans examines how these disciplines have historically approached the idea of what it means to be a person and critiques their often reductionist views.

The book addresses the "attack on the concept of personhood", arguing that modern science and certain psychological theories (like those of Freud and behaviorism) have tended to reduce human beings to mere biological or mechanical entities. Evans advocates for a more holistic and personalistic understanding of human beings, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the unique and intrinsic value of each person.