By Lewis Vaughn
Living Philosophy, a traditionally prepared, introductory hybrid text/reader, courses scholars during the tale of philosophical inspiration from the Pre-Socratics to the current, offering cultural and highbrow historical past and explaining why key concerns and arguments stay vital and proper at the present time. that includes a very transparent and obtainable writing sort, this detailed quantity brings philosophy to lifestyles with well-chosen excerpts from philosophers' works, considerable in-text studying aids, and compelling colour pictures and illustrations.
FEATURES
* A entire introductory chapter lays the foundation for philosophical thinking
* "Then and Now," "Details," and "Portrait" boxes in the course of the textual content exhibit the worth and relevance of philosophy
* Additional pedagogical aids--chapter pursuits and summaries, marginal severe pondering questions, essay/discussion questions, and a glossary--make the cloth much more attractive and accessible
* In-depth assurance of philosophical writing contains step by step training in argument fundamentals and a number of possibilities to hone serious considering skills
* Charts, tables, and colour photos preserve scholars visually engaged
* A "How to jot down a Philosophy Paper" appendix bargains concise, step by step tips in crafting a good philosophical essay
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