Instant Philosophy pulls together all the pivotal philosophical knowledge and thought into one concise volume.
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This author delves into profound philosophical inquiries, particularly concerning the perception of minds and ethics. Their work offers accessible explorations of complex concepts, often from unconventional angles, prompting readers to reconsider established ideas. Beyond philosophical essays, their creative scope extends to science fiction and illustration, showcasing a multifaceted artistic sensibility. The writing is marked by clarity and a thought-provoking approach.
- 2021
- 2018
Let the greatest political philosophers in history answer all your everyday questions and in doing so make even the most complex political theories easy to understand.
- 2011
"Words of Wisdom" is an anthology of history's most memorable, uplifting or thought-provoking quotations from the greatest philosophers who have ever lived. Each of the 350 quotations is accompanied by a brief essay that tells the story of the speaker or explains the circumstances that gave rise to the quotation. The words used often encapsulate the human condition and offer instruction and inspiration in equal measure.Contains all the most famous philosophical quotations, including: 'I know that I know nothing', "Socrates"'"Eureka" I have found it ', "Archimedes"'Every instant of time is a pinprick of eternity', "Marcus Aurelius"'Entities should not be multiplied unnecessarily', "William of Occam"'"Cogito ergo sum'," "Descartes"'I am what I am', "Descartes"'The greatest happiness of the greatest number is the foundation of morals', "Bentham"'The world is will to power - and nothing else', "Nietzsche"'What does not destroy me makes me stronger', "Nietzsche"'One is not born, but rather becomes, a woman', "Simone de Beauvoir"'Existence precedes essence', "Jean-Paul Sartre"'Life must be lived forward, but can only be understood backward', "Kierkegaard"'Many people would sooner die than think. In fact they do', "Russell"
- 2009
A Beginner's Guide to Nietzsche's Beyond Good and Evil is an accessible summary of Nietzsche's influential 1886 work on truth, morality, and the Will to Power. It features illustrations, clear explanations, critical analysis, and additional resources, making it perfect for students and general readers exploring this complex philosophical text.
- 2007
A Beginner's Guide to Descartes's Meditations
- 160 pages
- 6 hours of reading
A concise and readable summary of the Meditations geared toward beginner philosophy students and general readers. The book is well-illustrated with tables, diagrams, and images, and contains a glossary of difficult terms as well as relevant biographical and historical information.