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What is this thing called Philosophy? is the definitive textbook for all who want a thorough introduction to the field. It introduces philosophy using a question-led approach that reflects the discursive nature of the discipline. Edited by Duncan Pritchard, each section is written by a high-profile contributor focusing on a key area of philosophy, and contains three or four question-based chapters offering an accessible point of engagement.
The core areas of philosophy introduced and explained are:
Ethics
Political Philosophy
Aesthetics
Epistemology
Philosophy of Mind
Philosophy of language
Metaphysics
Philosophy of Science
Philosophy of Religion
The Meaning of Life.
This second edition has been revised throughout, with chapters being brought up to date and improved. There is also a new section on the philosophy of language and the addition of 'spotlight' questions at the end of each section, as well as an updated Introduction and Glossary of Key Terms.
An outstanding textbook written by experienced teachers, What is this thing called Philosophy? is ideal for students approaching philosophy for the first time.
Contents
List of Contributors Preface to the Second Edition: How to use this textbook Introduction: What is Philosophy? Part 1: Ethics 1. What is ethics? 2. What is metaethics? 3. What is normative ethics? 4. What is applied ethics? Part 2: Political Philosophy 5. What is freedom? 6. What is justice? 7. What is global justice? Part 3: Aesthetics 8. What is art? 9. What is aesthetic experience? 10. What is aesthetic judgement? Part 4: Epistemology 11. What is knowledge? 12. Is knowledge valuable? 13. Do we have any knowledge? Part 5: Philosophy of Mind 14. What is consciousness? 15. What is perception? 16. What are emotions? Part 6: Philosophy of Language 17. What does 'meaning' mean? 18. What's in a name? 19. What people mean Part 7: Metaphysics 20. What is metaphysics? 21. How do we do metaphysics? 22. Is our world structured? Part 8: Philosophy of Science 23. What is science? 24. Can we trust scientific models? 25. Is science getting closer to the truth? Part 9: Philosophy of Religion 26. What are God's properties? 27. Is belief that God exists reasonable? 28. Is faith in God reasonable? Part 10: The Meaning of Life 29. Must God exist for your life to be meaningful? 30. Must your life never come to an end for it to be meaningful? 31. How might a meaningful life be possible in a purely physical world? Glossary of Key Terms Index
