Philosophical Writing: An Introduction - Softcover

Martinich, A. P.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1405131675 ISBN 13: 9781405131674

Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell, 2005

Synopsis

Substantially updated and revised, the third edition of Philosophical Writing is designed to help those with little or no experience in philosophy to think and write successfully. Traces the evolution of a good philosophical essay from draft stage to completion Now includes new examples of the structures of a philosophical essay, new examples of rough drafts, tips on how to study for a test and a new section on how to utilize the internet effectively Written with clarity and wit by a bestselling author

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Review:

A. P. Martinich understands that clear thought and clear writing go hand in hand. His latest revision of Philosophical Writing makes a good book even better. It should be a companion to virtually every philosophy course. John Corvino, Wayne State University

Every teacher of philosophy struggles to explain to students how to write a coherent, well–argued philosophical essay. Martinich solves this problem, explaining fully the steps needed for a successful paper. I strongly recommend it. Avrum Stroll, University of California, San Diego

Itself a model of lucidity, Philosophical Writing shows how to infuse clear thinking into prose. The new tips and sample essays make this edition an indispensable resource for both students and teachers." Jo Ann Carson, Texas State University

Martinich s guide to philosophical writing is a gem. Most exciting, I think, is the guidance about how to prepare an essay through a successive elaboration of a first account of the paper s argument. No teacher of undergraduates in philosophy should be without it. Michael Morgan, Indiana University

From the Back Cover:

Substantially updated and revised, A. P. Martinich s best–selling text, Philosophical Writing: An Introduction, aims to help those with minimal experience in philosophy to think and write successfully. It helps students gain confidence in their essay–writing skills by improving their ability to present their knowledge and thoughts clearly.

This updated edition includes new examples of the structures of a philosophical essay, new examples of rough drafts, tips on how to study for a test, and a new section on how to utilize the internet effectively. Written with clarity and wit, this is an indispensable tool for all philosophy students.

About this edition

• Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 1405131675
• ISBN 13: 9781405131674
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 212