Martin Cohen is an established author specializing in popular works of philosophy, social science, and politics. His writing delves into complex societal issues, including the sociology of food, exploring both historical and contemporary philosophical perspectives on this fundamental aspect of human life. Cohen employs an interdisciplinary approach, weaving together insights from nutrition, economics, psychology, and philosophy to illuminate current debates surrounding food and obesity. He offers readers a nuanced understanding of the politics and science of food, often highlighting how societal factors, such as poverty, influence our eating habits and health.
Exploring the transformative power of literature, this book highlights 25 influential works and their impact on notable readers. It examines how diverse genres, from adventure tales to scientific studies, serve as catalysts for creativity and personal growth. Through these narratives, the author celebrates reading as a vital source of inspiration that fuels innovation and enriches the human experience.
A revised and expanded edition of this accessible introduction to political philosophy. Very popular with undergraduates.
Why do giraffes have long necks? It can't really be for reaching tasty leaves since their main food is ground level bushes, tidy though that explanation would be. And how does relativity theory cope with the fact that the observable universe defies prediction by being far too small and anything but homogeneous? By inventing a vastly larger, but invisible, universe. And what exactly should we make of the scientists who claim to be witnessing thought itself, when the changes of blood flow in the brain that they observe are a thousand times slower than the neuronal activity it is supposed to reveal? A little scepticism is in order. Yet if philosophers of science, from Thomas Kuhn to Paul Feyerabend, have argued that science is a more haphazard process, driven by political fashion and short-term economic self-interest, today almost everyone seems to assume it is a vast jigsaw of interlocking facts pieced slowly but steadily together by expert practitioners. In this witty but profound 21st-century update on the issues, Martin Cohen offers vital clues for understanding not only the way knowledge develops, but also into the dangers of accepting too readily or too uncritically the claims of experts of all kinds -- even philosophical ones! The claims are invariably presented as objective fact, yet are rooted in human subjectivity.
Cohen takes the intimidation out of critical thinking, and provides hands-on exercises to help you apply the skills you need in your academic work to achieve higher grades
First published in 2003. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
"Philosophical Tales" delves into the intriguing myths and truths surrounding history's greatest philosophers, questioning their legacies and contributions. This engaging work offers a fresh perspective on philosophical history, encouraging debate and providing insights into key figures and ideas, while challenging established notions in the field.
The World's Greatest Minds Tackle the Food Question
Exploring the complex relationship between food and decision-making, this book combines scientific research with personal stories to address the fundamental question of dietary choices. It provides insightful wisdom and practical advice to help readers navigate their eating habits, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the impact of food on their lives.
Confused by metaphysics? In a muddle with aesthetics? Intimidated by Kant? Then look no further! Philosophy For Dummies, UK Edition is a complete crash- course in philosophical thought, covering key philosophers, philosophical history and theory and the big questions that affect us today.
Martin Cohen's 101 Philosophy Problems has introduced thousands of readers to philosophy in an entertaining but informative and stimulating way. It is ideal for anyone coming to philosophy for the first time.
A unique guide to the world's top not-so-hotspots and other terminal vacations
