Philosophy: The Basics is suitable for anyone who wants to step into the world of philosophy for the first time. Nigel Warburton's bestseller The Alphabet of Philosophy gently introduces the reader to the world of philosophy. Each chapter is designed ...
Philosophy: The Basics is suitable for anyone who wants to step into the world of philosophy for the first time. Nigel Warburton's bestseller The Alphabet of Philosophy gently introduces the reader to the world of philosophy. Each chapter is designed to explain and explore key ideas and themes in a key area of philosophy.
What is philosophy? Can you prove that God exists? Is there an afterlife? How do we distinguish right from wrong? Should you break the law at all? Is the world really what you think it is? How should we define freedom of speech? Do you know how science works? Is your mind different than your body? Can you define art?
Most of those who study philosophy consider it important that each of us examines and tests such issues. Another argument in favor of studying philosophy is that it is a good way to learn how to think more clearly about a wide range of subjects. Philosophical thinking methods are useful in many different situations because by analyzing the arguments for and against each position, we learn skills that can be transferred to other constructions of life. A large number of those who study philosophy go so far as to use their philosophical skills in a variety of careers, from legal work to computer programming, management consulting, clerical work, and journalism—all fields in which clarity of thought is essential. It is a huge investment.
If you have ever asked what is philosophy? Or is the world really as you think? Then this book is for you.
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