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The British Society for the History of Philosophy promotes and supports academic and public understanding of all aspects of the history of philosophy.

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Anyone with an interest in the history of philosophy is encouraged to become a member of the BSHP. Our members come from all over the world and have interests across the whole range of history of philosophy. We offer reduced rates for those who are not in full-time employment, including students.

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BSHP2024 annual Conference Poster

BSHP Annual Conference 2024 - Full Programme & Registration

Register now for the Annual Conference 2024 at University of Liverpool, 8-10 April. 

 

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"Assent in the Philosophy of the Islamic World" with Prof Peter Adamson, Thursday 23rd November at 7 p.m, KCL

You are warmly invited to The British Society for the History of Philosophy's Inaugural Antognazza Lecture.

Tickets are free but booking is essential.

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As part of our commitment to equality and diversity, the BSHP is a member of the BPA/SWIP Good Practice Scheme. The Scheme aims to assist UK philosophy departments, learned societies and journals in ensuring that they have policies and procedures in place that encourage the representation of women in philosophy.

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We endorse the BPA Environment / Travel Guideline policy

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