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The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book: The Ancient Greek Influence On Modern Understanding (The Handy Answer Book Series)
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Difficult Philosophy Made Easy. The Universe And Our Place In It, The Meaning Of Life, The Nature Of Justice And The Good Society, And The Powers Of Reason. All These Topics Explored, Questioned, And Explained.Plato, Aristotle, Socrates, Stoicism, Skepticism, Cynicism, Continental Philosophy, Ethics, Government And Governing, Virtue, Love, Life, And Death. Heidegger, Husserl, Merleauponty, Derrida, Bertrand Russell, And Michel Foucault. From Famous Figures In The History Of Philosophy To The Deepest Questions Of Religion To The Relationship Between Knowledge And Power, The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book: The Ancient Greek Influence On Modern Understanding Makes Esoteric Ideas And The Jumble Of Names Easy To Understand, Enriching Readers Lives And Answering The Question, What Does Philosophy Have To Teach Us About Life And Society?Today Many People Experience A Loss Of Trust In Government And Organized Religion. There'S Increased Social Isolation And A Rise In Insult Politics. Seeking An Alternative, Some Have Experimented With New Forms Of Politics, Social Organization, And Spirituality. All These Developments Have Led To A Great Deal Of Confusion And Puzzlement. Who And What Can We Believe, And How Can We Know It Is Correct? From Its Beginning, Philosophy Was Conceived As A Conversation Or Dialogue, And The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book Raises And Offers Answers To Questions Like These What Is Philosophy?What Is Metaphysics?What Is Logic?How Is Ethics Different Than Morality?How Did Presocratic Philosophy Get Started?What Is The Arrow Paradox?Who Was Pythagoras?How Did Stoicism Inspire Modern Cognitive Psychotherapy?Who Was The Founder Of Western Philosophy?What Is A Harmonic Sequence In Music?What Are The Four Cardinal Virtues?Was Pederasty Condoned In Ancient Greece?How, According To Plato, Is Philosophy Like Making Love?What Are The Three Parts Of The Soul?How Does Democracy Degenerate Into Tyranny?What Is The History Of Alexander The Greats Military Campaigns?How Did Alexander The Great Change The Course Of The History Of Philosophy?What Did Aristotle Say About The Social Nature Of Human Beings?What Is Aristotles Conception Of The Soul?What Is The Soul Of A Plant?What Is Virtue?What Is An Emotion?Why Do We Need Friends?Why Did Aristotle Believe That The State Has A Responsibility To Educate Its Citizens?What Did Aristotle Think About Money?What Is The Meaning And Origin Of The Serenity Prayer?What Impact Did The Epicureans Have On The Modern World?What Was The Museum Of Alexandria?How Did Stoicism Inspire Modern Cognitive Psychotherapy?What Is The Problem With The Sentence The Present King Of France Is Bald?What Is The Postmodern Condition?Philosophy Is The Pursuit Of Answers To Big Questions About The Purpose Of Life, Death, And Existence. Philosophy Is About How To Reason And Find The Answers For Yourself. Philosophy Is A Puzzle. You Collect Clues. You Make Connections. The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book Is A Perfect Companion For Anyone Seeking Wider Truths And Happiness. It Is An Informative, Accessible, Easytounderstand Guide To The Big Questions About Living. With More Than 120 Photos And Graphics, It Is Richly Illustrated. Plus, Its Helpful Bibliography, Glossary Of Terms, And Extensive Index Add To Its Usefulness.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What topics are covered in The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book? A: The book covers a wide range of topics, including ancient Greek philosophy, metaphysics, ethics, the nature of justice, the good society, and the influence of major philosophers such as Plato, Aristotle, and Socrates.
- Q: Who is the author of The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book? A: The author is D’Angelo Ph.D., Ed, who presents complex philosophical concepts in an accessible manner.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book is published in paperback format and consists of 368 pages.
- Q: Is The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, it is designed to make difficult philosophical ideas easy to understand, making it suitable for beginners and anyone looking to explore philosophy.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations or images? A: Yes, the book contains more than 120 photos and graphics that complement the text and enhance understanding.
- Q: What is the publication date of The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book? A: The book was published on September 1, 2020.
- Q: Are there any additional resources included in the book? A: Yes, it includes a helpful bibliography, glossary of terms, and an extensive index to assist readers in navigating the content.
- Q: How does this book approach the subject of ethics? A: The book explores the distinction between ethics and morality, discussing various ethical theories and their implications for modern society.
- Q: Can this book help with academic studies in philosophy? A: Absolutely, it serves as a great supplementary resource for students studying philosophy, providing clear explanations of key concepts and figures.
- Q: What is the target audience for The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book? A: The target audience includes students, general readers interested in philosophy, and anyone seeking to better understand life's big questions.