The Animal and the Human in Ancient and Modern Thought : The 'Man Alone of Animals' Concept (Paperback)

1. Introduction: "Man Alone of Animals": An Ancient Commonplace and Its Survivals 2. "Man Alone of Animals": Three Classic Texts 3. The Philosophical Underpinnings of the Concept: Why Such a Concept in Classical Thought? 4. What Makes Man Human? The Reign of Logos 5. The Importance of Being Rational: Logos and Moral Value 6. Body Image: Physiology and the Rise of Civilization 7. Animal Affect: Does Man Alone of Animals Experience Emotions?