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Simply Philosophy

By DK
Series: DK Simply
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Simply Philosophy by DK is an accessible introduction to the world of philosophy, exploring complex ideas in a simple, engaging manner. The book covers a range of philosophical topics, including ethics, metaphysics, and existentialism, breaking down the thoughts of history's greatest philosophers. It's designed to make readers reflect on fundamental questions and encourages deeper thinking about life's big mysteries.
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You might enjoy this book if you're curious about the key thinkers and concepts that have shaped philosophical thought throughout history. It offers a clear and accessible introduction to a wide range of philosophical ideas, providing insightful perspectives for both newcomers and those with an existing interest in philosophy.

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Simply Philosophy is the clearest, simplest guide to philosophy ever published.

Understanding philosophy has never been easier.

Combining bold, elegant graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Philosophy is the perfect introduction to the subject for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge.

Artfully simple, it covers more than 90 key philosophical ideas, organised by major philosophical themesβ€”metaphysics and epistemology, analytic and continental philosophy, the philosophy of mind, ethics, political philosophy, and logic.

Each pared-back entry explains a core philosophical concept more clearly than ever before, demystifying the groundbreaking theories of famous thinkersβ€”from Plato's ideal forms to Kant's categorical imperative and Nietzsche's Übermensch to Wittgenstein's private language argument. The essential ideas of the major philosophical schools and traditions, such as empiricism, rationalism, materialism, and dualism, can be grasped in seconds.

Whether you are studying philosophy at school or college, or simply want a jargon-free overview of the subject, this indispensable guide is packed with everything you need to understand the basics quickly and easily.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241446690

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 04 February 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 155.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 453g

Pages: 160

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