An introduction to the great questions in philosophy, written by Simon Blackburn.
Think is an accessible introduction to the most important philosophical themes such as knowledge, consciousness, truth, and ethics. This book is aimed at readers who are interested in life’s big questions but don’t know how to approach them. Simon Blackburn explains clearly what these questions involve and why they are relevant.
Contents
The author discusses classic thinkers such as Descartes, Hume, Kant, and Wittgenstein and provides insight into philosophical topics such as skepticism, the self, mind and body, freedom, and the existence of God. Each chapter serves as an independent guide to the major issues in philosophy. Think thus offers a clear overview of philosophical traditions and their impact on our thinking.
Product details
- Author: Simon Blackburn (Professor of Philosophy, University of Cambridge)
- Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc
- Publication date: 15 March 2001
- Number of pages: 320
- ISBN: 9780192854254
- Theme: Philosophical traditions and schools of thought
- BISAC: PHILOSOPHY / History & Surveys / General
About the author
Simon Blackburn is Professor of Philosophy at the University of Cambridge. In addition to his academic career, he has published several influential works, including the well-known Oxford Dictionary of Philosophy.