| Introducing Philosophy Through Film: Key Texts, Discussion, and Film Selections Contributor(s): Fumerton, Richard (Editor), Jeske, Diane (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1405171022 ISBN-13: 9781405171021 Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell OUR PRICE: $132.29 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: April 2009 Annotation: "Philosophy Through Film" offers a uniquely engaging and effective approach to introductory philosophy by combining an anthology of classical and contemporary philosophical readings with a discussion of philosophical concepts illustrated in popular films. Addresses key areas in philosophy, including topics in ethics, philosophy of religion, philosophy of mind, free will and determinism, the problem of perception, and philosophy of time Each unit begins with an extensive introduction by the editors and ends with study questions linking readings to films Features chapter by chapter discussion of clips from films that vividly illustrate the critical philosophical arguments and positions raised in the readings References a great number and diversity of films thus offering instructors a host of options in the classroom |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Philosophy | History & Surveys - General - Philosophy | Criticism |
| Dewey: 190 |
| LCCN: 2008045562 |
| Physical Information: 1.5" H x 6.9" W x 9.8" (2.70 lbs) 640 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Philosophy Through Film offers a uniquely engaging and effective approach to introductory philosophy by combining an anthology of classical and contemporary philosophical readings with a discussion of philosophical concepts illustrated in popular films.
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