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The Mortimer J. Adler Archive

A biography, bibliography, anecdotes, essays and other works by Dr. Mortimer Adler currently on this website.

The Jonathan Dolhenty Archive

Essays about philosophical realism, metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, cosmology, logic, statistics, commentaries on current affairs, and other items by Dr. Jonathan Dolhenty.

Adventures in Philosophy

A brief history of philosophy and the doctrines of the major philosophers, plus their positive contributions, if any, to the Perennial Philosophy of Classical Realism. Now includes American, Islamic, and Jewish Philosophy, plus Political Philosophy.

The Classic Philosophers Series

Expanded presentations of the philosophy of some of the major philosophers of Western civilization.

The System of Thomas Aquinas

One of the leaders of the neo-Thomistic revival, Maurice de Wulf, gives a concise exposition of the central doctrines of the philosophical system formulated by Thomas Aquinas.

Philosophical Critiques

Essays providing critiques of some of the major ideas and philosophies in the history of Western philosophy from the viewpoint of Classical Realism.

A Glossary of Philosophical Terms

Classical Realists, besides using words common to the English language, also have a technical vocabulary. Here are some definitions.

Philosophical Quotations

A section within the Philosophy Resource Center, this dictionary of quotations includes many thinkers expressing their views on philosophy, politics, and the human condition.

Mini-Courses in Philosophy

Brief lessons on the basic topics in the major branches of Classical Realistic philosophy. Designed & organized by Dr. Jonathan Dolhenty and intended primarily for the beginning student of philosophy.

Ask the Academy

Questions, answers, and discussions of various topics submitted by our visitors. You can also submit a question here using our special form.

Frequently Asked Questions

Access our database of frequently asked questions and answers by category or keyword search.

Basic Philosophy Bookshelf

The Academy has established a recommended list of books for a basic philosophy bookshelf. This list is located at Powell's Books. A description of the book is usually provided along with its current price. The books may be purchased off this list with all the convenience of shopping at Powell's.

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The Philosophy Resource Center

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The Politics Resource Center

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The Religion Resource Center

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The Science Resource Center

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