Scottish Philosophy, jewel in the crown of the Scottish Enlightenment

Scottish Philosophy - jewel in the crown of the 18th Century Enlightenment

Three hundred years ago, compared to rich populous countries like England, France and Italy, Scotland was a small, poor country on the fringes of Europe. This makes the story of Scottish Philosophy all the more remarkable. With names like David Hume and Adam Smith, the list of Scotland's philosophers includes some of the Western world’s most influential thinkers. Their writings exerted a wide and lasting influence on science, education, politics and society, not just in Europe but the United States, Asia and Australia.

The International Association for Scottish Philosophy exists to promote and extend interest in the Scottish philosophical tradition. We invite you to explore the IASP website and discover more about its history, membership of the IASP, the Journal of Scottish Philosophy, as well as relevant conferences, and related societies.

2010 is the 300th anniversary of the birth of Thomas Reid. Find out about 3 celebratory events.

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International Association for Scottish Philosophy - about the IASP
The International Association for Scottish Philosophy is the best introduction to Scotland's rich Philosophical tradition.

Scottish Philosophy membership
International Association for Scottish Philosophy membership - find out what it means for you

Scottish Philosophy Conferences and Events
The IASP aims to publicise every conference or similar event relevant to Scottish Philosophy.

Scottish Philosophy Societies
A list of philosophy societies and similar organizations interested in promoting any aspect of the Scottish Philosophical tradition, with web links.

History of Scottish Philosophy - a brief survey
This brief history of Scottish Philosophy gives an overview of the 500 year Scottish Philosophical Tradition.

Biographies of Scottish Philosophers
A very large number of Scottish Philosophers have, over several centuries, entered the ranks of philosophical writers of international reputation and enduring interest.

Journal of Scottish Philosophy
The Journal of Scottish Philosophy was established in 2003. It is a commercially published, peer reviewed academic journal with two issues each year.

Scottish Philosophy abroad
The extent and influence of Scottish Philosophy abroad is exceptional.

Journal of Scottish Philosophy forum
Visit the Journal of Scottish Philosophy Forum to follow a debate about a featured article from the latest issue of the JSP

Journal of Scottish Philosophy Forum Archive
read the Journal of Scottish Philosophy Forum Archive of articles and debates

IASP Contact Form,
Use the IASP contact form to contact the International Association for Scotthish Philosophy with your comments and suggestions

Scottish Philosophy Search Engine
Use the Scottish Philosophy Search Engine to search for information from the International Association for Scottish Philosophy

Scottish Philosophy bookstore
The International Association of Scottish Philosophy Bookstore offers selected books on Scottish philosophy at significantly reduced prices

JSP index
Search the JSP index for articles, discussions and reviews in the Journal of Scottish Philosophy

Thomas Reid Tercentenary
2010 is the 300th Anniversary of the birth of Thomas Reid

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