Philip H. Rhinelander (January 1, 1908 – March 24, 1987), was an American philosopher, professor, and former dean of the Stanford University School of Humanities and Sciences.
In 1949, Rhinelander earned his Ph.D. at Harvard; and he was retained at that institution as a faculty member teaching philosophy and general education.
Additionally, due to the impact of the Vietnam War, this period was also a turbulent time for students and faculty alike.
As Chairman of the Student Conduct Legislative Council, Rhinelander was instrumental in the efforts that strengthened Stanford University's Honor Code.
In 1963, Rhinelander was recognized for his many achievements by receiving Stanford's highest honor for faculty, the Lloyd W. Dinkelspiel Award for distinguished service to undergraduate education.
This book, although no longer well known, is still relevant in the modern philosophical arena, and serves as an excellent introduction for those interested in the intersection of philosophy and the humanities.