Scotus for Dunces: An Introduction to the Subtle Doctor

by Mary Beth Ingham

Overview

This book is a "simple guide" to theological and philosophical aspects of the thought of the medieval Franciscan, John Duns Scotus. Known as the Subtle Doctor, Scotus has a reputation for intricate and technical reasoning. Ingham provides an insightful and creative introduction to his thought in this book. Philosophical and theological principles are explored with clarity and demonstrated by the use of numerous practical examples. By organizing the book around themes that are both timely and urgent, Ingham invites the reader into thoughtful reflection, encourages lively discussion, and challenges Franciscans in particular to consider choosing patterns of relationships that strive for the good and beauty in all things.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781576592809
Publisher:	The Franciscan Institute
Publication date:	06/16/2003
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	240
File size:	484 KB

About the Author

Mary Elizabeth Ingham, C.S.J., is Professor of Philosophical Theology at the Franciscan School of Theology, Graduate Theological Union, Berkeley.  She earned her Ph.D. from Universite de Fribourg, Switzerland. Her specialties include the History of Medieval Philosophy, Franciscan Tradition, John Duns Scotus, Stoicism and its influence on Medieval Philosophy, and Franciscan spiritual tradition and its influence on Scotus and others.  Ingham has authored several texts on Scotus including the best-selling, Scotus for Dunces—an Introduction to the Subtle Doctor and the recently re-released The Harmony of Goodness: Mutuality and Moral Living According to John Duns Scotus. She is the author of Women of the Streets, Early Franciscan Women and Their Mendicant Vocation.