Steve Lewis writes affectionately and passionately about our shared experiences on this earth, a life informed and reformed by his extensive family. His narrative journeys us through the family home, exploring every sunny nook and darkened cranny, and now ventures beyond the familiar yard into the deeper woods. Lewis focuses on the universal human experiences that he weaves into his works with distinctive insight.
Ricky, Micky and Nicky want to be rock stars but have nowhere to practice, until Kevin offers his gran's basement. Kevin wants to be a rock star too. Unfortunately he can't sing or dance, but he proves to be an important part of the band.
Philosophy and literature are intertwined, with philosophy offering timeless themes and literature providing vivid illustrations of abstract thought. This text introduces students to philosophy through great literary works, divided into seven parts that explore basic concepts like Knowledge, Truth, Personal Identity, Ethics, and Justice. Literary selections from authors such as Sophocles, James Joyce, Kafka, and John Dos Passos are paired with philosophical issues, ensuring that each story lends itself to philosophical analysis. The accompanying philosophical writings include classic thinkers like Aristotle, Plato, and Locke, as well as contemporary voices such as Richard Rorty and John Rawls. Each chapter features a clear presentation of various viewpoints, often revisiting earlier articles not typically found in current texts, while balancing analytic tradition with hermeneutics and feminist philosophy. The editors introduce each chapter with an essay that weaves together the philosophical and literary pieces, concluding with discussion questions and further study suggestions. This volume serves as a valuable tool for students, illuminating both timeless and contemporary issues, and providing a memorable introduction to philosophy that they can revisit repeatedly.