Philosophy: 50 Key Ideas Unpacked (häftad, eng)

Discover the 50 key ideas that have defined the course of philosophical inquiry in this thought-provoking and accessible guide.

What is truth? How can I lead an ethical life? Do I have free will? Questions such as these have plagued world-famous philosophers since ancient timesFind out how they have sought to answer them and more in this captivating guide to philosophy, unpacking the subject''s most intriguing and profound reflections, including:

• Plato''s cave
• The Stoic elimination of emotion
• Descartes''s Cogito Ergo Sum
• Nietzsche''s Superman
• Logical Positivism
• The world as a computer simulation

Written in plain, jargon-free English with helpful diagrams, this essential guide untangles complicated theories and makes abstract concepts accessible to everyonePerfect for students or anyone wanting a fresh approach to this incredible subject.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Ideas Unpacked series explores several academic topics through their 50 greatest ideas, giving readers an entertaining and accessible overview of a subjects defining theories and thinkers.