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The Encyclopedia of Philosophy (8 Volumes in 4)

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This is the highest achievement of 20th century philosophy: Over 4,200 pages, over 1500 contributors. Originally published in 8 volumes in 1967, it was later issued in a 1972 reprint edition, complete but in a reduced format. The 8 volumes of the original were reduced to 4 books (2 vols in each), slightly smaller format, smaller print, on thinner but durable paper.
CAUTION: Take care in ordering. Sellers sometimes offer one or two volumes of the multi-volume set.

Originally published in 8 volumes in 1967, this is the highest achievement of 20th century philosophy: Over 4,200 pages, over 1500 contributors. It was later issued in a 1972 reprint edition, complete but in a reduced format. The 8 volumes of the original were reduced to 4 books (2 vols in each), slightly smaller format, smaller print, on thinner but durable paper.
CAUTION: Take care in ordering. Sellers sometimes offer one or two volumes of the multi-volume set.

My goodness, I see here that you can buy this complete set in hard cover for about $30. If you have a serious interest in Philosophy, this is for FREE man! I have the 8 volume set combined into 6 books. I use it constantly. I always go to it first. I considered it the educated, authoritative, professional opinion on whatever. Then I go searching for critics and reactionaries.
I would think that this set would be selling for hundreds of dollars not tens of dollars. Snatch this one up!

Books written by Richard Noble - The Hobo Philosopher:
"Hobo-ing America: A Workingman's Tour of the U.S.A.."
"A Summer with Charlie"
"A Little Something: Poetry and Prose"
"Honor Thy Father and Thy Mother"

Even after all these years, this is still the best affordable reference work in philosophy. There are two more extensive encyclopedias that have been published more recently, but they're so expensive that they are only purchased by schools and libraries. A supplement was published to this set which is also worth having inasmuch as it updates it for the past 30 years or so.

My gift recipient was so, so happy to receive this! He shipped them to Italy to avoid carrying them while travelling. Used books in good condition!