{"product_id":"philosophy-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Philosophy for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eTom Morris\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYou think, therefore you are. Get a straightforward rundown on philosophy from the ancient world to today\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you've ever pondered your existence over your morning coffee or considered the nature of crime and punishment, you're an amateur philosopher. From everyday questions about happiness and responsibility to deep, spiritual examinations about God and the cosmos, philosophy pervades every part of our lives. And even though it might seem complex at first glance, these questions that affect everyone on the planet can be understood and talked about by anyone! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003ePhilosophy For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e, Dr. Tom Morris delivers a refreshing and engaging exploration of the fundamentals of philosophy and shows you that philosophy can be fascinating and fun at the same time. You'll be introduced to topics like the meaning of life, religious belief, and ways to live in the most satisfying ways. You'll also learn about the insights of some of history's greatest philosophers. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is full of the questions--and proposed solutions--to the questions that keep philosophers up at night, like: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhen should we doubt our beliefs and knowledge?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIs there a God? What is His\/Her\/Their nature?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDo we have free will or are we simply acting out physical imperatives?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you're interested in the nature of the mind\/soul versus the body, or you want to learn more about morals and ethics, \u003ci\u003ePhilosophy For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e will be your personal guide to some of life's most enduring problems and questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearn to philosophize with the best of them\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe human experience comes prepackaged with lots of questions--what are right and wrong? Is there a God? What's the meaning of life? \u003ci\u003ePhilosophy For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e helps you grapple with all the head scratchers, without confusing you. Learn what the brightest minds of the past thought about the big issues, and why you should care. Spoiler: philosophy can help you live a more satisfying life, appreciate religion, and look at the world in a whole new light. Pretty cool stuff--and fun, too, with the classic, lighthearted Dummies approach. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside... \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild critical thinking skills\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConsider what life is about\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscover great philosophers: Plato, Kant, Aquinas, and more\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContemplate free will\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn to challenge authority\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMake convincing arguments\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify fallacious reasoning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTom Morris\u003c\/b\u003e holds a PhD degree in Philosophy and Religious Studies from Yale University, and is a former Professor of Philosophy at the University of Notre Dame. He is also the founder of the Morris Institute for Human Values and author of over 30 books, including \u003ci\u003eThe Stoic Art of Living: Inner Resilience and Outer Results.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x 8.9 x 7.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 03, 2022\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42098483167367,"sku":"9781119875673","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/450bfb45cf6c48df541f9af2ed23b2ae.webp?v=1732363797","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/philosophy-for-dummies-paperback","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}