The Penguin Dictionary of Philosophy

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Comprehensive guide to philosophical terms and thinkers.

If philosophy piques your interest but feels daunting, this dictionary is a valuable resource. It can serve as your trusty companion while navigating complex philosophical writings, offering concise explanations that will bring clarity to your journey through the most profound and challenging ideas. Whether you're a student or an enthusiast, having this reference by your side can truly enhance your understanding of philosophical concepts.

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The Penguin Dictionary of Philosophy

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ISBN: 9780141018409
Authors: Thomas Mautner
Publisher: Penguin Books
Date of Publication: 2005-12-27
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Philosophy
Related Topics: Theory, Classics
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Stimulating and authoritative, The Penguin Dictionary of Philosophy is the ideal reference work for anyone with an interest in the subject. Laid out simply for ease of use and put in straightforward language are definitions of terms from akrasia to zetetic. What do philosophers mean by absolute and prime matter? Is there any link between the gambler’s fallacy and the uncertainty principle, or the barber paradox and Ockham’s razor? These questions and many more are answered in this illuminating dictionary. The Penguin Dictionary of Philosophy features: • Extensive coverage of the Western tradition in logic, metaphysics, ethics, and epistemology from c. 600 BC to the present day • Incisive overviews of thinkers from Plato and Kant to Derrida and Habermas • Powerful self-portraits by leading modern philosophers • Contributions from more than a hundred leading philosophers.
 

Comprehensive guide to philosophical terms and thinkers.

If philosophy piques your interest but feels daunting, this dictionary is a valuable resource. It can serve as your trusty companion while navigating complex philosophical writings, offering concise explanations that will bring clarity to your journey through the most profound and challenging ideas. Whether you're a student or an enthusiast, having this reference by your side can truly enhance your understanding of philosophical concepts.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.