Philosophy For Dummies

Learn about: The history of philosophy from ancient times to the present day Logic, knowledge, ethics, consciousness and more Key philosophical texts and the meanings behind the words How to become a philosophical thinker Get your head around life's big questions Philosophy can be a mind-bending topic, leaving you with more questions than you started with. This easy-to-follow guide is an essential introduction to the subject, looking at the big issues and steering you through topics such as existence, knowledge, truth and beauty. Delving into the works of great philosophers and examining how their theories still affect us today, this book will really get you thinking. What's philosophy all about? - unravel the science of thought and don your own thinking hat Buff up on the history - from ancient times to the modern day, learn about key philosophers from around the globe Get to grips with the 'isms' - discover the words and theories that shaped philosophy Understand the nuts and bolts - take a journey through logic, knowledge and language Where's your head at? - peer into the murky depths of the mind and investigate consciousness, morality and more Examine the connection between philosophy and science - find out how philosophers laid the groundwork for theories on space, time and everything in between Open the book and find: Philosophical heavyweights, from Plato to Confucius The God debate How we tell the difference between right and wrong The lowdown on political philosophy A philosophical take on society and its functions An introduction to aesthetics and human values What Eastern philosophy brings to the table Philosophical puzzles to keep you thinking