L. Susan Stebbing was a British philosopher whose work explored logic, ethics, and the nature of thought. She investigated the relationship between philosophical reasoning and scientific advancement, critically examining the philosophical systems of her era. Her writings are characterized by clarity and precision, shedding light on complex philosophical issues. Stebbing aimed to demonstrate how logic and philosophical principles can be applied to practical life and the resolution of everyday problems.
Unavailable for many years, Stebbing's Thinking to Some Purpose is a classic manual of how to think clearly and remains astonishingly insightful. This edition includes a new Foreword by Nigel Warburton and a helpful Introduction by Peter West, who places Susan Stebbing's classic book in historical and philosophical context.