Philosophy: An Introduction to the Art of Wondering

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Book Detail : 

Paperback: 720 pages

Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing; 11 edition (January 26, 2011)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 1111298084

ISBN-13: 978-1111298081

File Size : 11.7 Mb | File Format : PDF

Book Description : 

Discover a provocative, timeless overview of philosophy that you will find nowhere else with the tenth edition of this classic introductory text, PHILOSOPHY: AN INTRODUCTION TO THE ART OF WONDERING. Author James L. Christian takes a unique synoptic approach that is sure to both engage and visually captivate you as the book focuses on the big picture and the interdisciplinary origins of philosophical thinking. This edition?s fascinating presentation is interwoven with cartoons, quotations, and related findings from the social and physical sciences that ensure central philosophical concepts are accessible. New learning objectives in this edition further strengthen the book?s reader-friendly approach. An eclectic range of topics reinforces the author?s presentation of philosophy as the individual?s attempt to unify disparate world views. This edition enhances coverage of feminism. Interspersed biographies provide glimpses into the lives of great thinkers who have molded the Western philosophical tradition and largely influenced how society thinks today. With the help of Christian?s PHILOSOPHY: AN INTRODUCTION TO THE ART OF WONDERING, Tenth Edition, you can refine the analytical skills you need to evaluate critically and contribute to the big picture of Western philosophy for yourself.

From Library Journal

This undergraduate textbook, originally published in 1973, also holds a good deal of appeal for adult readers. Christian believes that philosophy is critical thinking about the "Big Picture." He thus addresses the concerns that most people "wonder" about: Does life have meaning? Does God exist? How do you know right from wrong? and so on. Christian has also filled the book with interesting sidebars, illustrations, and relevant cartoons. This is philosophy made intelligible and fun.

Review

"It is an original and brilliant synthesis of fundamental issues and questions in every academic field which gives students a solid grounding that prepares them for all their other classes." -- Detlev Koepke, Bunker Hill Community College
"It is a good, interesting, introductory philosophical text." -- Hugh R. Stone, Des Moines Area Community College
"This book is well written and can easily be used as a tool in your classroom" -- Dora Kunz, Southwest Florida College

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