Philosophy for Life: Teach Yourself

Name: Philosophy for Life: Teach Yourself
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781473657885
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The Ideas That Shape Our World and How To Use Them

By Mel Thompson

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In Philosophy for Life: Teach Yourself by Mel Thompson, the book is designed as a comprehensive guide to understanding and applying philosophical concepts to everyday life. It explores key philosophical theories and ideas, encouraging readers to reflect on personal beliefs and ethical dilemmas, connecting ancient wisdom to contemporary living. Aimed at demystifying philosophy, it offers practical insights to enhance critical thinking and personal growth.
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This book may appeal to you if you're curious about understanding the big questions in life and how philosophers throughout history have approached them. Combining insights from both philosophy and psychology, it offers practical guidance and thought-provoking ideas for navigating complex ideas in everyday settings. If you enjoy reflecting on personal growth and life's deeper meanings, this could be a rewarding read.

Philosophy For Life is the definitive introduction to to the history of Western thought, covering all of the main thinkers and branches of philosophy, and providing a toolkit for using philosophy in your daily life.

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Philosophy for Life is the definitive introduction to the history of Western thought, but more than that, it is a toolkit for using philosophy in your daily life.

As you read, you will develop your own critical and creative thinking, exploring the key ideas in Western Philosophy and the arguments that continue to shape our world. You will discover what philosophy is really about, learn to be a sceptic, meet Plato and Aristotle, explore the concept of mind, question free will, use philosophy to be happy, find out about Marx and materialism, see how philosophy relates to everything from comics to coffee, and ask whether God exists.

Philosophy is a life-tool, a set of skills for engaging with any subject, and in Philosophy for Life, you will discover a body of wisdom and a way to develop your own critical and creative thinking.

About the Series

People have been learning with Teach Yourself since 1938. With a vast range of practical, how-to guides covering language learning, lifestyle, hobbies, business, psychology, and self-help, there's a Teach Yourself book for whatever you want to do. Join more than 60 million people who have reached their goals with Teach Yourself, and never stop learning.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781473657885

Publisher: John Murray Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 October 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Teach Yourself

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 258g

Pages: 320

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Mel Thompson Non-Fiction Philosophy & Psychology Philosophy & Stoicism

About the Author

Mel Thompson is a freelance writer, specialising in philosophy, religion and ethics. He has written many books including six in the Teach Yourself series. He has also been an assistant examiner on the Oxford, Cambridge and RSA examination boards.