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Philosophy
An Illustrated History of Thought (Ponderables 100 Ideas That Changed History Who Did What When)
Series: Ponderables
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Here is the essential guide to philosophy, an authoritative yet fun reference book and timeline on the compilation of human knowledge.
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Both art and science attempt answers to the big questions—what is truth, how to be good, and where did we come from?—but philosophy is the interpreter we turn to verify it all. We need it to make sense of the simplest maths and the most esoteric of poetry, and it has even created a science of information itself.
We begin our journey at the boundary of myth and reason, and along the way, we visit the thoughts of the most high-flying of minds: Socrates, Descartes, Kant, and others. These thinkers could see that nothing—not ever-changing words, limitless numbers, or mystical visions—were beyond examination.
And we shall see that philosophy, far from being the work of dead geniuses, is today at the heart of our battle to make sense of the quantum Universe.
Philosophy by Tom Jackson explores these intricate connections and guides us through the significant contributions of philosophical thinking, ensuring it remains as relevant and indispensable now as it has always been.
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In Philosophy by Tom Jackson, the book is praised for its thoughtful presentation and engaging illustrations as it explores '100 Ideas That Changed the World', offering a lively chronological journey through philosophical concepts. The book provides descriptions of various philosophical schools and brief biographies of prominent philosophers, enhanced by a fold-out wall chart that contextualises philosophy within broader historical events. However, some inaccuracies are noted, and certain explanations may require pre-existing conceptual understanding, while alternatives by established philosophers are suggested for more in-depth exploration.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9780985323073
Publisher: Shelter Harbor Press
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 01 October 2014
Country: United States
Imprint: Shelter Harbor Press
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 30.0mm
Width: 240.0mm
Height: 282.0mm
Weight: 1293g
Pages: 168
About the Author
Tom Jackson is a science writer based in the United Kingdom. Tom specializes in recasting science and technology into lively historical narratives. After almost 20 years of writing, Tom has uncovered a wealth of stories that help create new ways to enjoy learning about science. He studied at the University of Bristol and still lives in the city with his wife and three children.
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