Philosophy: An Introduction to the Art of Wondering
- ISBN-10
- 1111298084
- ISBN-13
- 9781111298081
- Series
- Philosophy
- Category
- Philosophy
- Pages
- 720
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2011-01-26
- Publisher
- Cengage Learning
- Author
- James L. Christian
Description
Choose the latest edition of this classic introduction to philosophy text for a unique synoptic approach that will engage and visually captivate for your students. Christian's PHILOSOPHY: AN INTRODUCTION TO THE ART OF WONDERING, Eleventh Edition, consistently focuses on the big picture and the interdisciplinary origins of philosophical thinking for an unmatched, provocative, timeless overview. Christian's fascinating presentation style, interwoven with cartoons, quotations, and related findings from the social and physical sciences, ensures central philosophical concepts connect with your students. The book's eclectic range of topics reinforces the author's conception of philosophy as the individual's attempt to unify disparate world views. Interspersed biographies use the power of narrative to provide glimpses into the lives of great thinkers who have molded the Western philosophical tradition and largely influenced how society thinks today. With the help of Christian's PHILOSOPHY: AN INTRODUCTION TO THE ART OF WONDERING, Eleventh Edition, you can nurture the analytical skills and enthusiasm your students need to evaluate critically and contribute to the big picture of Western philosophy for themselves. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
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