Problems in Philosophy

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The Limits of Inquiry

By Colin McGinn

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Problems in Philosophy by Colin McGinn explores some of the classic and contemporary issues in philosophy, including knowledge, mind, free will, and morality. McGinn presents these philosophical problems in a clear and accessible way, encouraging readers to engage with and critically think about enduring questions in human thought. This book serves as a thought-provoking journey through the complexities and challenges faced in philosophical inquiry.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by the fundamental questions of human thought and existence. It delves into timeless philosophical dilemmas, offering fresh insights and perspectives that make you ponder life's great mysteries. Perfect for anyone curious about the deeper aspects of reality and consciousness, it's both a challenging and rewarding read.

Offers a theory that grounds philosophical difficulty in the natural structure of the human mind. The book contains metaphilosophical discussions of reason and truth, as well as treatments of central topics in philosophy - consciousness, the self, meaning, free will, the a priori and knowledge.

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This advanced introductory text offers a synoptic view of philosophical inquiry, discussing such topics as consciousness, the self, meaning, free will, the a priori, and knowledge. The emphasis is on the fundamental intractability of these questions, and a theory is proposed as to why the human mind has so much difficulty in resolving them. This theory turns upon a naturalistic picture of the scope and limits of human intelligence.

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Colin McGinn's Problems in Philosophy has been praised for its clarity, organisation, and vigorous writing. It addresses significant issues in philosophical inquiry, proposing a unique and important solution. The work is regarded as insightful, potentially offering a fresh perspective on fundamental intellectual questions.

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ISBN: 9781557864758

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 September 1993

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 155.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 255g

Pages: 176

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About the Author

Colin McGinn is Professor of Philosophy at Rutgers University, New Jersey, and lives in Manhattan. He was previously Wilde Reader in Mental Philosophy at the University of Oxford. He is the author of several books, including Mental Content (1989), The Problem of Consciousness (1991), Moral Literacy (1992), as well as a novel, The Space Trap (1992).

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