| A Brief History of Philosophy Contributor(s): Johnston, Derek (Author) |
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ISBN: 0826490204 ISBN-13: 9780826490209 Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC OUR PRICE: $31.30 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: August 2006 Annotation: Offering an introduction to the subject of philosophy, this book is suitable for teenagers and students coming to philosophy for the first time, and also for those who doesn't know where to start. It examines 18 key thinkers, from Socrates to Derrida, exploring their ideas in relation to each other and to their historical and cultural contexts. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Philosophy | History & Surveys - General |
| Dewey: 190 |
| Physical Information: 0.7" H x 5" W x 7.7" (0.55 lbs) 224 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: A fun, concise and attractive introduction to a fascinating and challenging subject. This is the ideal book for teenagers and students coming to philosophy for the first time, or indeed for anyone who just doesn't know where to start. The book examines 18 key thinkers, from Socrates to Derrida, exploring their ideas in relation to each other and to their historical and cultural contexts. Derek Johnston uses clear and accessible language to present an engaging chronological picture of the key figures, events and ideas that have shaped the history of philosophy. No prior knowledge of philosophy is required to enjoy this incisive, reader-friendly introduction. This is the ideal book for general readers looking for a way into this fascinating but very often challenging subject. |