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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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About Philosophy: Pearson New International Edition PDF eBook

• Table of Contents


• 1. What is Philosophy?


• 2. Theory of Knowledge


• 3. Metaphysics and Philosophy of Mind


• 4. Philosophy of Science


• 5. Ethical Theory


• 6. Social and Political Philosophy


• 7. Philosophy of Art


• 8. Philosophy of Religion


• 9. Appendix: How to Write a Philosophy Paper


• 10. Timeline


• 11. Glossary


• Index


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• B


• C


• D


• E


• F


• G


• H


• I


• J


• K


• L


• M


• N


• O


• P


• Q


• R


• S


• T


• U


• V


• W


• Y


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