Philosophical Society of England
| In 1913 a number of professional
scholars and amateur philosophers founded The Philosophical Society
of England 'to promote the study of practical philosophy among the
general public'. The Society helps to bring together professional philosophers
and non-professionals, to bring philosophical ideas and problems to the
public attention, and to encourage wider discussion of both traditional
and topical philosophical issues. To carry out this function, the Society
publishes its own journal, The Philosopher, sets up local groups for lectures
and discussions, and awards diplomas to applicants who demonstrate the
required competence in philosophy by writing papers or a dissertation.
The Society aligns itself with no particular school of philosophy, nor is it a cover for any political, ideological, religious or esoteric movement or interests. Membership is open to all interested persons who share the Society's aims. The cost of ordinary membership is £15 per annum (low waged, £10): this includes receipt of The Philosopher which is normally published twice each year. A higher rate of £24 per annum applies to institutional subscribers such as libraries. Members are also entitled to participate in the running of the Society, to set up and join local groups, to review recent philosophy books for the Journal, and vote at the Annual General Meeting. Use our search engine to find more details on any of these. If you would like to know more about the Society, or to become a member, please click here to join online, or contact Michael Bavidge, General Secretary of the Society. For more details, either by post write to The Centre for Lifelong Learning, King George VI Building, Univeristy of Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE1 7RU United Kingdom or by email: M.C.Bavidge@Newcastle.ac.uk
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