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About Philosophy, 11th edition

  • Robert Paul Wolff
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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.

 

 

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Each chapter starts with a brief biography and discussion of a great philosopher who has contributed to the field of philosophy.

 

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Published by Pearson (July 14th 2021) - Copyright © 2013

ISBN-13: 9780137559091

Subject: Philosophy

Category: Introduction to Philosophy

BRIEF TABLE OF CONTENTS:

 

Chapter 1: What is Philosophy

Chapter 2: Theory of Knowledge

Chapter 3: Metaphysics and Philosophy of Mind

Chapter 4: Philosophy of Science

Chapter 5: Ethical Theory (Pt. I) - The Varieties of Ethical Theory

                Ethical Theory (Pt. II) - The Ethical Dimensions of Medicine

Chapter 6: Social and Political Philosophy
Chapter 7: Philosophy of Art
Chapter 8: Philosophy of Religion