Review
'Dr. Lacey's very useful book manages to present the most awesomely complex concepts of philosophy with wonderful lucidity.' -
Times Education Supplement'It was admirable in its first edition in 1976; improved when the second edition appeared in 1986; and has now come out in an even bigger and better third edition. It truly cannot be faulted as a handy reference for teachers and students alike.' -
Heythrop Journal'The text is clear, has helpful cross-references, and lists the names for major works that are relevant to the entries. The book, in short, is a good one.' -
Library JournalDr. Laceys very useful book manages to present the most awesomely complex concepts of philosophy with wonderful lucidity. -
Times Education SupplementIt was admirable in its first edition in 1976; improved when the second edition appeared in 1986; and has now come out in an even bigger and better third edition. It truly cannot be faulted as a handy reference for teachers and students alike. -
Heythrop JournalThe text is clear, has helpful cross-references, and lists the names for major works that are relevant to the entries. The book, in short, is a good one. -
Library Journal
Product Description
Providing an illuminating and informed introduction to central
philosophical issues, concepts and perspectives in the core fields of metaphysics, epistemology and philosophical logic, the Dictionary takes the most commonly-used terms and notions and clarifies what they mean to the philosopher and what sort of problems the philosopher finds associated with them.
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