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Philosophy

Why It Matters
By Helen Beebee and Michael Rush
Series: Why It Matters
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Philosophy by Helen Beebee and Michael Rush explores fundamental questions we often disagree on, such as the existence of God, trust in scientific findings, and innate gender differences. Through four engaging chapters, the authors discuss what it means to be human, how to engage in public debate, the interplay between philosophy, science, and religion, and the nature of moral choices. Philosophy is presented as a practical tool for making sense of the world and guiding our beliefs and actions, accessible to everyone.
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This book is ideal for students, beginners, and anyone seeking a clear, approachable introduction to philosophy and its role in everyday life and public discourse.

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"Philosophy is a set of tools and techniques for clearly and systematically considering our arguments and uncovering our hidden assumptions, which helps us to make more informed choices about what to believe and how to act. Philosophy is everywhere, and open to everyone"--

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We constantly disagree with each other on issues of fundamental importance. Does God exist? Should the latest scientific findings be trusted? Are there innate psychological differences between men and women?

In four lively chapters, Beebee and Rush explain philosophy’s role in addressing such questions. They consider what it means to be human, how we should engage in public debate, philosophy’s relationship with science and religion, and the nature of our moral choices.

Far from being only an abstract endeavour, philosophy engages with issues on a practical level, and philosophers draw inspiration from real-life situations. At its core, philosophy is about how to live and how to make sense of the world we inhabit. It is a set of tools and techniques for clearly and systematically considering our arguments and uncovering our hidden assumptions, which helps us to make more informed choices about what to believe and how to act. Philosophy is everywhere, and open to everyone.

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Alfred Mele praises it as a perfect introduction for those curious about philosophy's purpose. Derek Matravers commends its clarity and celebration of philosophical engagement. Rebecca G. Scott describes it as a delightful and welcoming invitation for prospective philosophy students, countering the field's reputation for density.

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ISBN: 9781509532162

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 January 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Polity Press

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly, Adult education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 122.0mm

Height: 188.0mm

Weight: 136g

Pages: 160

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Education & Reference Helen Beebee Michael Rush Non-Fiction Philosophy & Psychology Philosophy & Stoicism Series: Why It Matters

About the Author

Helen Beebee is Samuel Hall Professor of Philosophy at the University of Manchester.

Michael Rush is a teaching fellow in philosophy at the University of Birmingham.

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