One of the more exciting ways to grapple with important philosophical questions, positions, and arguments, is through philosophical fiction. Accessible and lively, such fiction can be as enlightening as it is entertaining. It is an especially valuable genre for those who find philosophy "dry and academic." This book is the best collection of philosophically interesting science fiction ever assembled. It is an introduction to philosophy for readers of science fiction and an introduction to science fiction for the philosophically inclined. The book consists of a collection of stories arranged by philosophical subject area. Each section begins with an introduction describing the philosophical issues and options, and ends with a set of study questions designed to guide reflection.
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In 1970, while students at Humboldt State University, Mike and Judy Phillips began what would become the One Way BookShop as a small, informal source of Christian books and materials for their fellow students. Over the next two decades God prospered those small beginnings, and now the bookstore is a thriving part of the Humboldt County Christian community.
Mike's first published book was about his wife's pregnancy and the birth of their twin sons. After several more nonfiction titles, Mike undertook a lifelong dream to renew the popularity of Scottish writer George MacDonald, whose teachings had been central to Mike and Judy's spiritual growth. Mike began editing some of MacDonald's lengthy novels, heavy with Scottish brogue, into shorter and more readable editions, with some of the work being done right at the bookstore counter between customers.
Through the years, God has continued to guide Mike in the production of books emphasizing strong spiritual values and unforgettable characters. In addition to being best sellers in Christian bookstores all across the country, Mike's books have been offered through several book clubs, have been translated into a number of foreign languages, and have been published in over 120 editions in all, with sales of over 3 million. Mike is today recognized as one of the Christian bookselling industry's most prolific and versatile authors.
Family is very important to Mike. He and his wife, Judy, have taught their three sons, Patrick, Robin, and Gregory, at home throughout their education. Home schooling enables the family to frequently accompany Mike in his work-related travels.
It has always been Mike's desire in his writing that all who read his books will find a closer and more real walk with God through the characters and stories. Both he and Judy enjoy responses from readers and find great encouragement from the letters they receive.
Mike's first published book was about his wife's pregnancy and the birth of their twin sons. After several more nonfiction titles, Mike undertook a lifelong dream to renew the popularity of Scottish writer George MacDonald, whose teachings had been central to Mike and Judy's spiritual growth. Mike began editing some of MacDonald's lengthy novels, heavy with Scottish brogue, into shorter and more readable editions, with some of the work being done right at the bookstore counter between customers.
Through the years, God has continued to guide Mike in the production of books emphasizing strong spiritual values and unforgettable characters. In addition to being best sellers in Christian bookstores all across the country, Mike's books have been offered through several book clubs, have been translated into a number of foreign languages, and have been published in over 120 editions in all, with sales of over 3 million. Mike is today recognized as one of the Christian bookselling industry's most prolific and versatile authors.
Family is very important to Mike. He and his wife, Judy, have taught their three sons, Patrick, Robin, and Gregory, at home throughout their education. Home schooling enables the family to frequently accompany Mike in his work-related travels.
It has always been Mike's desire in his writing that all who read his books will find a closer and more real walk with God through the characters and stories. Both he and Judy enjoy responses from readers and find great encouragement from the letters they receive.
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Were philosophy like any number of other disciplines, it would be fitting to begin this book with an account of the nature of the discipline. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Miss Glory, New York, Study Questions, Breeder Tank, Mule Malloy, Madame Helena, Chaim Acosta, Quincy Summerfield, Central Committee, Rossum's Universal Robots, Tau Ceti, Committee of the Mending Apparatus, Second Law, Andrew Martin, Father Malloy, Janet Patzig, Rabbi Acosta, Class Three, Good God, Humanity League, Catch That Zeppelin, Eugenic Complex, Father Moriarty, Feraxya's Tank, French Revolution New!
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Were philosophy like any number of other disciplines, it would be fitting to begin this book with an account of the nature of the discipline. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Miss Glory, New York, Study Questions, Breeder Tank, Mule Malloy, Madame Helena, Chaim Acosta, Quincy Summerfield, Central Committee, Rossum's Universal Robots, Tau Ceti, Committee of the Mending Apparatus, Second Law, Andrew Martin, Father Malloy, Janet Patzig, Rabbi Acosta, Class Three, Good God, Humanity League, Catch That Zeppelin, Eugenic Complex, Father Moriarty, Feraxya's Tank, French Revolution New!
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- The Machine Stops by E. M. Forster on 4 pages
- The Library of Babel by Jorge Luis Borges on 4 pages
- Who Can Replace a Man by Brian W. Aldiss in Front Matter, page 181, and page 225
- Bicentennial Man by Isaac Asimov in Front Matter, and page 182
- Abraham Lincoln (The Ohio Experience) by Carole Marsh on page 153
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- Some Mistakes of Moses by Robert Green Ingersoll in Back Matter
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The Utopian Fantastic: Selected Essays from the Twentieth International Conference on the Fantastic in the Arts (Contributions to the Study of Science Fiction and Fantasy)
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