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Ideas That Matter

A Personal Guide for the 21st Century
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Ideas That Matter by Prof A.C. Grayling explores a wide array of philosophical and psychological concepts that have significantly influenced the modern world. Through concise essays, Grayling examines important ideas from history, philosophy, science, and the arts, offering insights into their relevance today. This book serves as an enlightening guide to understanding the foundational thoughts that continue to shape contemporary society.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by philosophical concepts and their influence on modern thought and society. It offers a concise exploration of various fundamental ideas and figures that have shaped our intellectual history, providing a thought-provoking guide for anyone interested in understanding how these concepts continue to impact the world today.

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Ideas That Matter

Leading philosopher's guide to the ideas that will shape the 21st century.

Leading philosopher's guide to the ideas that will shape the 21st century.

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This is a book that celebrates the power of ideas: thought can—and does—change the world. And, in turn, ideas evolve. Fundamentalism, environmentalism, and bioethics are defining our future just as Marxism, feminism, or existentialism have influenced our present. So what do we need to know as we move into the 21st century?

More than a simple reference work, this is A.C Grayling's personal and heartfelt guide to the ideas, past and present, that shape our world. Covering religion, philosophy, scientific theory, and political movements, each alphabetically ordered entry illuminates, elucidates, and provokes.

Written with Grayling's customary fire and erudition, the result is a book that aims both to arm readers with knowledge and engage them in philosophical debate.

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Ideas That Matter by Prof A.C. Grayling has been praised for its insightful and compelling essays that are both informative and thought-provoking. The book showcases Grayling's skill in crafting concise philosophical vignettes that blend information with thoughtful analysis. Described as a valuable resource, it provides clear and jargon-free guidance for those grappling with ethical, philosophical, and cultural questions.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780753826188

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 April 2010

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 44.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 420g

Pages: 624

About the Author

Anthony Grayling teaches philosophy at Birkbeck College, London and is a Fellow of St Anne's, Oxford. He reviews regularly in the Financial Times. He has a regular column in Prospect and the Guardian on Saturday.

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