A to Z of Philosophy [Paperback]

Alexander Moseley (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 27, 2009

A to Z of Philosophy is a fun, concise and accessible introduction to a fascinating subject. Ideal for the general reader or first-year student, this A to Z guide covers all the key terms, concepts and thinkers. The book offers more than 100 entries on topics from Animal Ethics to Wittgenstein and includes witty anecdotes and handy tips on further reading. Entries cover all the key concepts and figures in philosophy, but also include philosophical looks at everyday topics such as food, love, happiness and sex. No prior knowledge of philosophy is required to enjoy this reader-friendly guide — this is the ideal reference tool for anyone starting out in philosophy. More than 100 A to Z entries, including:

Aesthetics / Art

Buddhist Philosophy

Crime / Punishment

Descartes

Epistemology

Ethics

Happiness

Kant

Language

Logic

Love

Mind

Nietzsche

Ontology

Phenomenology

Plato

Political Philosophy

Reason

Religion

Science

Time

Wittgenstein

Editorial Reviews

Review

'This is an outstanding single-volume synopsis of the key people and themes in the history of western philosophy. Moseley's authoritative command of the subject is enhanced by an informal writing style that is free of unnecessary technical jargon.
While the book's alphabetical arrangement makes it a valuable reference work, its narrative structure flows so smoothly that it can be enjoyably read cover to cover. If you are new to philosophy, this is the place to begin; if you are already philosophically adept, you will appreciate the book as a convenient repository of philosophical knowledge.'
Professor James Fieser, University of Tennessee, USA

"Alexander Moseley has written a clear, useful, and often witty primer on the key figures and concepts of philosophy. Undergraduates and general readers new to the subject will be in his debt." — Edward Feser, Pasadena City College, USA

Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 "Moseley does have obvious strengths in particular subject areas as well as a conversational and sometimes humorous style." -Library Journal

"Alexander Moseley has written a clear, useful, and often witty primer on the key figures and concepts of philosophy. Undergraduates and general readers new to the subject will be in his debt." – Edward Feser, Pasadena City College, USA

Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 “Moseley does have obvious strengths in particular subject areas as well as a conversational and sometimes humorous style.” -Library Journal

About the Author

Alexander Moseley lectured in philosophy before setting up a private educational service in the UK. He is the author of several books, including an educational biography of John Locke, An Introduction to Political Philosophy, and An A-Z of Philosophy.

Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Continuum (January 27, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0826499481
• ISBN-13: 978-0826499486
• Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,552,323 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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