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Applies the insights of Eric Voegelin to modern terrorism. The author points out that the chief omission from most contemporary studies of terrorism is an analysis of the ""spiritual motivation"". The book concludes with a chapter on the uniqueness of terrorist networks, their limitations, and the means by which they can be dealt with.

Throughout his philosophical career, Eric Voegelin had much to say about literature in both his published work and private letters. This is the study of the literary dimensions of Voegelin's philosophy. It shows how Voegelin's philosophy is rooted in literary-symbolic interpretation and provides a foundation for the interpretation of literature.

As reports of genocide, terrorism, and political violence fill today's newscasts, more attention has been given to issues of human rights - but all too often the sound bytes seem overly simplistic. This book shows that the identification of rights with contemporary liberal democracy is inaccurate.

Although his contributions to philosophy are revered and his writings have been collected, Eric Voegelin's persona can fade with the memories of those who knew him. This book preserves the human element of Voegelin by capturing those personal recollections. Through these recollections, it provides an understanding of the man himself.

Etienne Gilson often stood alone in presenting St Thomas Aquinas as a theologian, one whose philosophy came from his faith. This struggle to reconcile faith and reason was a cornerstone of Gilson's contribution to philosophy. Francesa Aran Murphy offers an intellectual biography of this French philosopher.