The Philosophy Gym :25 Short Adventures in Thinking

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The Philosophy Gym

The Philosophy Gym :25 Short Adventures in Thinking

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3.93 (657 Ratings by Goodreads)
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Where did the universe come from? Is time travel possible? Are genetically designed babies morally acceptable? If you have ever asked yourself such questions, then you have already begun to think philosophically. This book is for those who want to take the next step. Stephen Law poses questions about some of the most important philosophical issues of today - and of yesterday. Light-hearted questions about whether a pickled sheep is really art rub shoulders with more profound and time-honoured fears about whether God exists. In this radically new way of looking at philosophy, Stephen Law illustrates the problem with a story then lets both sides of the argument battle it out in clear, easily digestible and intelligent prose. And, by separating each issue into a distinct section, it is possible to dip in and out of in any order and at any time you like!
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Type Book
ISBN13 9780747232711
ISBN10 0747232717
Number Of Pages 304
Item Weight 215 g
Product Dimensions 134 x 198 x 26 mm
Publisher / Reseller Headline Publishing Group
Format paperback
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Twenty-five philosophical chewing points...are presented and debated in jolly, demotic dialogues, intended as a sort of mental workout and beginner's guide * Sunday Telegraph *

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Author's Bio

Stephen Law is a lecturer in philosophy at Heythrop College, University of London, and was formerly Research Fellow in Philosophy at Queen's College, Oxford. He received his doctoral degree in philosophy from the University of Oxford.

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