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Record Nr.

UNINA9910153118503321

Autore

Wolff Robert Paul

Titolo

About philosophy / / Robert Paul Wolff

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Harlow, Essex : , : Pearson Educaion Limited, , [2014]

©2014

ISBN

1-292-03596-X

Edizione

[Eleventh edition, Pearson new international edition.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (387 pages) : illustrations

Collana

Pearson custom library

Disciplina

100

Soggetti

Philosophy

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Includes index.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Nota di contenuto

Cover -- Table of Contents -- 1. What is Philosophy? -- 2. Theory of Knowledge -- 3. Metaphysics and Philosophy of Mind -- 4. Philosophy of Science -- 5. Ethical Theory -- 6. Social and Political Philosophy -- 7. Philosophy of Art -- 8. Philosophy of Religion -- 9. Appendix: How to Write a Philosophy Paper -- 10. Timeline -- 11. Glossary -- Index.

Sommario/riassunto

Four Decades of Student-Friendly Philosophy     About Philosophy   is an introductory text that covers all the major fields of philosophy in an easy-to-read language, interspersed with short selections from the major philosophers.  It has been a best-selling leader in the field for more than forty years and it is written by an internationally recognized author of more than twenty books.        Teaching and Learning Experience      Personalize Learning - MyPhilosophyLab delivers proven results in helping students succeed, provides engaging experiences that personalize learning, and comes from a trusted partner with educational expertise and a deep commitment to helping students and instructors achieve their goals.      Improve Critical Thinking - Each chapter ends with a Contemporary Application feature. This feature helps students connect the philosophy of the chapter to a current issue or problem being discussed widely in America.      Engage Students - Each chapter starts with a brief biography and discussion of a great philosopher who has contributed to the field of philosophy.      Support Instructors - Teaching your course just got easier!  You can create a Customized Text or use our Instructor's Manual, Electronic "MyTest"



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