Introduction to Modern Philosophy: Examining the Human Condition

Castell, Alburey

ISBN 10: 0130194581 / ISBN 13: 9780130194589

Editore: Pearson, 2000

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Riassunto:

This popular introduction to modern philosophy features question-based chapters with a stimulating debate-style format, and intersperses primary sources with commentary. Each chapter deals with a fundamental question about human existence, exploring the subject through representative readings by classic, modern, and contemporary philosophers--with at least two contrasting perspectives for each main position. KEY TOPICS: What Is Philosophy? Am I a Body and a Mind? Am I Free or Determined? What Grounds Do I Have For Belief in God? On What Principle Do I Judge Things Right or Wrong? When Should I Obey the Law? What Things Shall I Call Art? When Can I Say "I Know?" What Is Science? Positivism to Post-Modernism. Applied Ethics (medical ethics, business ethics, environmental ethics). Making Sense Out Of Life (a multi-cultural perspective). MARKET: For anyone interested in modern philosophy.

Product Description: For introductory philosophy courses. This popular introductory text/reader on modern philosophy intersperses primary sources with commentary to keep students interested and critically engaged in what they are reading. Each chapter deals with a fundamental question about human existence, exploring the subject through representative readings by classic, modern, and contemporary philosophers-with at least two contrasting perspectives for each main position.

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Titolo: Introduction to Modern Philosophy: Examining...
Casa editrice: Pearson
Data di pubblicazione: 2000
Legatura: paperback
Condizione: Good
Edizione: 7th Edition.