Philosophy 101 :
Kleinman, Paul
Philosophy 101 : from Plato and Socrates to ethics and metaphysics, an essential primer on the history of thought / Philosophy one hundred one Philosophy one hundred and one Paul Kleinman - Avon, Mass. : Adams Media, 2013. - 288 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 19 cm.
"A crash course in the principles of knowledge, reality, and values"--Front cover. Includes index.
A concise introduction to philosophy, including the theories, principles, and notable figures. Discover the world's greatest thinkers and their groundbreaking notions! Too often, textbooks turn the noteworthy theories, principles, and figures of philosophy into tedious discourse that even Plato would reject. Philosophy 101 cuts out the boring details and exhausting philosophical methodology, and instead, gives you a lesson in philosophy that keeps you engaged as you explore the fascinating history of human thought and inquisition. From Aristotle and Heidegger to free will and metaphysics, Philosophy 101 is packed with hundreds of entertaining philosophical tidbits, illustrations, and thought puzzles that you won't be able to find anywhere else. So whether you're looking to unravel the mysteries of existentialism, or just want to find out what made Voltaire tick, Philosophy 101 has all the answers--even the ones you didn't know you were looking for.
9781440567674 (trade) 1440567670 (trade)
Philosophy--Introductions
Philosophy
100
Philosophy 101 : from Plato and Socrates to ethics and metaphysics, an essential primer on the history of thought / Philosophy one hundred one Philosophy one hundred and one Paul Kleinman - Avon, Mass. : Adams Media, 2013. - 288 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 19 cm.
"A crash course in the principles of knowledge, reality, and values"--Front cover. Includes index.
A concise introduction to philosophy, including the theories, principles, and notable figures. Discover the world's greatest thinkers and their groundbreaking notions! Too often, textbooks turn the noteworthy theories, principles, and figures of philosophy into tedious discourse that even Plato would reject. Philosophy 101 cuts out the boring details and exhausting philosophical methodology, and instead, gives you a lesson in philosophy that keeps you engaged as you explore the fascinating history of human thought and inquisition. From Aristotle and Heidegger to free will and metaphysics, Philosophy 101 is packed with hundreds of entertaining philosophical tidbits, illustrations, and thought puzzles that you won't be able to find anywhere else. So whether you're looking to unravel the mysteries of existentialism, or just want to find out what made Voltaire tick, Philosophy 101 has all the answers--even the ones you didn't know you were looking for.
9781440567674 (trade) 1440567670 (trade)
Philosophy--Introductions
Philosophy
100