Items related to Wisdom Without Answers: A Brief Introduction to Philosophy
Synopsis
By speaking directly to the students in a personal tone, this text invites students to get excited about philosophy and to explore how philosophy affects them. Fourteen lively chapters take students deep into the world of philosophical thinking and challenge them to ponder life's big questions.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Review
Preface. Introduction. Puzzles. Points of View. Wisdom. 1. WHERE. Location. Nowhereness. 2. WHEN. Time. Now. Eternity. 3. WHO. Self. Identity. Impermanence. 4. FREEDOM. Causation. Randomness. 5. KNOWLEDGE. Belief. Evidence. Reliability. 6. GOD. Arguments. Faith. Mystery. 7. REALITY. Objects. Perception. Interpretation. 8. EXPERIENCE. Sensation. Thought. 9. CONSCIOUSNESS. Reduction. Science. Mind. 10. COSMOS. Science vs. Religion. Nothingness. Ultimate Questions. 11. DEATH. Souls. Explanation. Survival. 12. MEANING. Life. Struggles. Success. 13. ETHICS. Authority. Conditioning. Conscience. 14. VALUES. Values. Facts. Self-Knowledge. Epilogue: Concluding Unphilosophical Postscript. Uncrossable Rivers. Isometrics for the Mind. Unanswerable Questions. Philosophical Connections. Name Index.
Synopsis
This intriguing yet relatively gentle introduction to philosophy, looks at the major philosophical questions and their many answers and nonanswers, and its aim is to motivate and prepare beginning students for a first course in philosophy. It deconstructs students' attachments to ready-made answers, encouraging speculation on topics such as God, kn
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Search results for Wisdom Without Answers: A Brief Introduction to Philosophy
Stock Image
Wisdom Without Answers: A Brief Introduction to Philosophy
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. By speaking directly to the readers in a personal tone, this text invites readers to get excited about philosophy and to explore how philosophy affects them. Fourteen lively chapters take readers deep into the world of philosophical thinking and challenge them to ponder life's big questions. Seller Inventory # CIN0534534651G
Stock Image
Wisdom Without Answers : A Brief Introduction to Philosophy
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. 5th Edition. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 4995384-75
Stock Image
Wisdom Without Answers : A Brief Introduction to Philosophy
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. 5th Edition. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 4763427-6
Stock Image
Wisdom Without Answers: A Brief Introduction to Philosophy
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. By speaking directly to the readers in a personal tone, this text invites readers to get excited about philosophy and to explore how philosophy affects them. Fourteen lively chapters take readers deep into the world of philosophical thinking and challenge them to ponder life's big questions. Seller Inventory # CIN0534534651G
Seller Image
Wisdom Without Answers: A Brief Introduction to Philosophy
Seller: Greenworld Books, Arlington, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: good. Fast Free Shipping â" Good condition. It may show normal signs of use, such as light writing, highlighting, or library markings, but all pages are intact and the book is fully readable. A solid, complete copy that's ready to enjoy. Seller Inventory # GWV.0534534651.G
Stock Image
Wisdom Without Answers: A Brief Introduction to Philosophy
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0534534651I4N00
Stock Image
Wisdom Without Answers: A Brief Introduction to Philosophy
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0534534651I3N00
Stock Image
Wisdom Without Answers: A Brief Introduction to Philosophy
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0534534651I3N00
Stock Image
Wisdom Without Answers: A Brief Introduction to Philosophy
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0534534651I5N00
Stock Image
Wisdom Without Answers: A Brief Introduction to Philosophy
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0534534651I4N00