What is this thing called Philosophy?
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Published:2nd Dec '25
Should be back in stock very soon
This paperback is available in another edition too:
- Hardback£171.99(9781032588452)
What is this thing called Philosophy? is the definitive textbook for all who want a thorough introduction to the field. It introduces philosophy using a question-led approach that reflects the discursive nature of the discipline. Edited by Duncan Pritchard, each section is written by a high-profile contributor focusing on a key area of philosophy, and contains three or four question-based chapters offering an accessible point of engagement.
The core areas of philosophy introduced and explained are:
- Ethics
- Political Philosophy
- Aesthetics
- Epistemology
- Philosophy of Mind
- Philosophy of Language
- Metaphysics
- Philosophy of Science
- Philosophy of Religion
- The Meaning of Life
This second edition has been revised throughout, with chapters being brought up to date and improved. There is also a new section on the philosophy of language and the addition of 'spotlight' questions at the end of each section, as well as an updated Introduction and Glossary of Key Terms.
An outstanding textbook written by experienced teachers, What is this thing called Philosophy? is ideal for students approaching philosophy for the first time.
Praise for the first edition:
'What Is This Thing Called Philosophy? is an impressive book. The range of topics is excellent and covers much that is both humanly engaging and philosophically important. There is great clarity and intellectual commitment in the writing – a fine resource for anyone new to philosophy.' - Stephen Hetherington, University of New South Wales, Australia
'What is this thing called Philosophy? is an excellent, wide ranging and stimulating textbook, written by first rate academics. Both deep and lively, it introduces the main contemporary issues in the major areas of philosophy and will no doubt be of great service to anyone approaching the field for the first time.' - Claudine Tiercelin, Collège de France and Institut Jean Nicod, France
'This is a wonderful book! A collection of short, engaging and surprisingly accessible chapters, written by leading authors in the field. This is a welcome development – a non-technical introduction to philosophy's central questions.' - John Greco, Georgetown University, USA
Praise for the first edition:
'What is this thing called Philosophy? is an impressive book. The range of topics is excellent and covers much that is both humanly engaging and philosophically important. There is great clarity and intellectual commitment in the writing – a fine resource for anyone new to philosophy.'
Stephen Hetherington, University of New South Wales, Australia
'What is this thing called Philosophy? is an excellent, wide ranging and stimulating textbook, written by first rate academics. Both deep and lively, it introduces the main contemporary issues in the major areas of philosophy and will no doubt be of great service to anyone approaching the field for the first time.'
Claudine Tiercelin, Collège de France and Institut Jean Nicod, France
'This is a wonderful book! A collection of short, engaging and surprisingly accessible chapters, written by leading authors in the field. This is a welcome development – a non-technical introduction to philosophy's central questions.'
John Greco, Georgetown University, USA
ISBN: 9781032588438
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 980g
518 pages
2nd edition