Philosophy: The Classics - Softcover

Nigel Warburton

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ISBN 10: 0415146925 ISBN 13: 9780415146920

Publisher: Routledge, 1998

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Nigel Warburton's Philosophy: The Classics is a clear and concise introduction to twenty of the great works of Western Philosophy, a glossary and suggestions for further reading are included to make it ideal as a starting point for any further study of philosophy. From Plato's Republic to Wittgenstein's Philosophical Investigations, it explains the most important features of each classic in a way that doesn't assume any previous knowledge of philosophy.
In his best-selling earlier book, Philosophy: The Basics, Nigel Warbuton covered areas and key arguments in contemporary philosophy. In Philosophy: The Classics , he covers the history and key writings in philosophy. The books together give us a comprehensive and clear introduction to philosophy past and present.

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'Nigel Warburton rises to the challenge with admirable skill' - Roger Scruton, The Times

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Nigel Warburton's Philosophy: The Classics introduces philosophy through history and its key writings. It is a clear and concise introduction to twenty of the great works of Western Philosophy. From Plato's Republic to Wittgenstein's Philosophical Investigations , it explains the most important features of each classic in a way that doesn't assume any previous knowledge of philosophy. Philosophy: The Classics offers the reader an accessible introduction to these texts, identifying and clearly explaining the key themes as well as subjecting them to critical scrutiny. The classics that are covered are still valued because they deal with problems that continue to face us today.

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