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A Dictionary of Philosophy (Hardcover)

by Anthony Flew (Author)

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This major new edition pays particular attention to continental philosophy as well as updating and expanding Professor Flew's coverage of the more traditional aspects of the subject. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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What is logic? What were the most significant contributions of Kant, Plato and Descartes? What is the concept of yin and yang? The personalities, terminology, and definitions of philosophers and philosophical schools of thought are presented clearly in this unique A-to-Z reference guide.

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Hardcover: 400 pages
Publisher: Gramercy; 2 Sub edition (September 14, 1999)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0517204193
ISBN-13: 978-0517204191
Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.4 x 1.3 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds

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5.0 out of 5 stars A most impressive piece of work. I highly recommend it, November 4, 2000

By	Evan Nickolas Pitts (Missouri) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Dictionary of Philosophy: Revised Second Edition (Paperback)

I have just logged in 30 hours of studying this book, and it has given me, a philosopher by hobby, an unprecedented level of insight into the extremely challenging but highly rewarding study of philosophy. This book is well organized, and impressively written. I would recommend it to anyone who is interested in learning about philosophy.

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5.0 out of 5 stars "I'll give it two thumbs up!", July 6, 2001

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As a beginner in studying philosophy I found this book of great value and the price is fantastic too! I've seen other Philosophy Dictionairies but they failed in comparison to Antony Flew's version "A Dictionary of Philosophy" You will find yourself searching for one thing and before you know it you're off on a dozen different delightfully written tangents. I wouldn't hesitate to purchase this book for any friends or family members who are interested in philosophy. It IS worth the read and I do NOT say this that often when it comes to books. *wink*

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5.0 out of 5 stars A real bargain, May 28, 2000

By	Sunil Govinnage (PERTH Australia) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This 400 page dictionary is a real bargain. The editor Antony Flew has done a great service for philosophy lovers. A bible for philosophy students.

Flew is one of the best known specialists of linguistic philosophy. In this carefully researched work he assists readers to clarify meanings and understand known and well known terms and issues on philosophy.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Primer on the People and the Schools that Make Philosophy such a Fascinating Discipline

Philosophy has as many different and varied definitions as there are thinkers and philosophers to define it. Read more

Published on July 25, 2006 by David De Sousa

4.0 out of 5 stars A good concise dictionary
This dictionary has entries on the major philosophers, on the terminology and concepts of philosophical thought. It is written in a very clear way. Read more

Published on January 26, 2006 by Shalom Freedman

5.0 out of 5 stars A necessary and fundamental tool for the student
For the undergraduate setting out on a Liberal Arts degree, studying philosophy or any related subject in the humanities, this important reference is absolutely valuable... Read more

Published on May 19, 2005 by C. Middleton

4.0 out of 5 stars An interesting read
I read every entry in this dictionary in hopes I would learn about philosophy. I did learn many interesting things but then I forgot most of them. Read more

Published on December 22, 2003

2.0 out of 5 stars thorough, objective and in need of a rewrite!
Lets think of why one uses a dictionary. First, to define terms. Alright, this book deals with many terms from epistemology to metaethics. Read more

Published on November 20, 2002 by Kevin Currie-Knight

5.0 out of 5 stars Better than average.
This philosophy dictionary is a little better than average. I found myself trying to look up one thing and end up reading things I never intended. Read more

Published on June 10, 2000 by Dr. Francis A Olivo

5.0 out of 5 stars A real bargain
This 400 page dictionary is a real bargain. Antony Flew and two other edtors have done a great service for philosophy lovers. A bible for philosophy students. Read more

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