introductions

An introduction to philosophy that presents 101 humorous stories containing philosophical problems for the reader to solve.

"Beautifully illustrated, this book traces the strands of thought in Western philosophy from the ancient Greeks to the present day. The book asks key questions in philosophy explored over the past 2,500 years. Within each question, approaches are considered in chronological order, showing how each philosopher's thoughts have been influenced by those who have gone before. Following the Common Core standard of exploring how two or more authors approach similar subjects, readers will learn how thinking has evolved or diversified over time"--Amazon.com.

One hundred famous and influential arguments are presented in their essence, with premises, conclusions and logical form plainly identified, and includes key quotations to provide a sense of style and approach.

An introduction to contemporary philosophy that places the field's main themes and ideas in a social context during the twenty-first century.

Profiles the most influential philosophers since the beginning of Western civilization.

An introduction to the key issues in modern philosophy.

Presents a comprehensive illustrated guide to Western philosophy and includes summaries by great philosophers such as Plato, as well as debates on such issues as knowledge, faith, ethics, and society.

Examines the lives and thinking of one hundred of the most influential philosophers in the history of the world, from ancient Greece to the dawn of the twenty-first century.