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The philosophy book / contributors, Will Buckingham ... [et al.].

Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextPublication details: London : Dorling Kindersley, 2011.Description: 352 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), ports. (some col.) ; 25 cmISBN:
  • 9781405353298 (hbk.)
  • 1405353295 (hbk.)
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 100
Online resources: Summary: An innovative and accessible guide to more than 2,000 years of thought To the complete novice learning about philosophy can be daunting &-- The Philosophy Book changes all that. With the use of powerful and easy to follow images, succinct quotations, and explanations that are easily understandable, this book cuts through any misunderstandings to demystify the subject. Each chapter is organised chronologically, and covers not only the big ideas, but the philosophers who first voiced them, as well as cross-referencing with earlier and later ideas and thinkers. The Philosophy Book untangles knotty theories and sheds light on abstract concepts, and is perfect for anyone with a general interest in how our social, political, and ethical ideas are formed, as well as students of philosophy and politics.
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REGULAR University of Wollongong in Dubai Main Collection 100 PH IL (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available T0049654

Includes index.

An innovative and accessible guide to more than 2,000 years of thought To the complete novice learning about philosophy can be daunting &-- The Philosophy Book changes all that. With the use of powerful and easy to follow images, succinct quotations, and explanations that are easily understandable, this book cuts through any misunderstandings to demystify the subject. Each chapter is organised chronologically, and covers not only the big ideas, but the philosophers who first voiced them, as well as cross-referencing with earlier and later ideas and thinkers. The Philosophy Book untangles knotty theories and sheds light on abstract concepts, and is perfect for anyone with a general interest in how our social, political, and ethical ideas are formed, as well as students of philosophy and politics.

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