30 Second Philosophies

Author : Julian Baggini,Stephen Law
Publisher : Icon Books Ltd
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2010-08-05
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781848314504

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30-Second Philosophies by Julian Baggini,Stephen Law Pdf

A full-colour illustrated tour through philosophy's most famous – and most mind-bending – ideas I Think Therefore I Am, Existentialism, Dialectical Materialism? The Socratic Method and Deconstruction? Sure, you know what they all mean. That is, you've certainly heard of them. But do you know enough about them to join a dinner party debate or dazzle the bar with your knowledge? 30-SECOND PHILOSOPHIES takes a revolutionary approach to getting a grip on the 50 most significant schools of philosophy. The book challenges leading thinkers to quit fretting about the meaning of meaning for a while and explain the most complex philosophical ideas – using nothing more than two pages, 300 words, and a metaphorical image. Here, in one unique volume, you have the chance to pick the potted brains of our leading philosophers and understand complex concepts such as Kant's Categorical Imperative without ending up in a darkened room with an ice pack on your head.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 1435168380

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30-second Philosophies by Anonim Pdf

Author : Martin Rees,Paul Parsons,Susan Blackmore
Publisher : Icon Books Ltd
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2010-05-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781848314528

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30-Second Theories by Martin Rees,Paul Parsons,Susan Blackmore Pdf

When it comes to big science, very few things are conclusively known. From Quantum Mechanics to Natural Selection, what we have instead are theories - ideas explain why things happen the way they do. We don't know for certain these are correct - no one ever saw the Big Bang - but with them we can paint beautiful, breathtaking pictures of everything from human behaviour to what the future may hold. Profiling the key scientists behind each theory, "30-Second Theories" presents each entry in a unique, eye-catching full-colour design, with thought-provoking extras and stylish illustrations. It is essential for anyone keen on expanding their mind with science's most thrilling ideas.

Author : David L. Norton,Mary F. Kille
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 1989-01-18
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781461640806

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Philosophies of Love by David L. Norton,Mary F. Kille Pdf

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Author : Eric Scerri
Publisher : Icon Books Ltd
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2013-08-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781848316164

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30-Second Elements by Eric Scerri Pdf

When was radium discovered? Who are Dmitri Mendeleev and Glenn T. Seaborg? Who discovered uranium's radioactivity? Which element is useful for dating the age of Earth? And why doesn't gold have a scientific name? 30-Second Elements presents you with the very foundations of chemical knowledge, explaining concisely the 50 most significant chemical elements. This book uses helpful glossaries and tables to fast track your knowledge of the other 68 elements and the relationships between all of them.

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 506 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2021-05-11
Category : History
ISBN : 9780744048513

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The Little Book of History by DK Pdf

Journey through time and explore more than 60 of the most important events in world history! See the past come to life in the most spectacular way! From the beginning of civilization to the modern world, discover the perfect pocket-sized introduction to human history. Inside the pages of this visual reference book, you’ll find: • Bold illustrations and infographics that bring complex historical events to life • Clear, authoritative text that explains the underlying causes behind historical events, and how the events unfolded • A lightweight, compact format that makes it ideal for vacation reading • Entries that are truly international in scope Human history in your pocket From the birth of Athenian democracy to the launch of Sputnik and the Global Financial Crisis, this informative little book provides you with an overview of the most fascinating events in history that shaped our world as we know it! Get to know some of the most important thinkers and leaders throughout history such as Napoleon, Julius Caesar, and Nelson Mandela. Packed with infographics and flowcharts that explain complex concepts in a simple but exciting way, The Little Book of History is a modern twist on the good old-fashioned encyclopedia. It’s perfect for holidaymakers looking to go beyond the standard beach read. Even more Little Books to discover The Little Book of History series uses a combination of creative typography, bold infographics, and clear text to explore every area of a subject. For the perfect introduction to politics and political thought throughout history, look out for The Little Book of Politics. More titles in this series include The Little Book of Economics and The Little Book of Philosophy.

Author : Jay Allison,Dan Gediman
Publisher : Henry Holt and Company
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2006-10-03
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9781429918459

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This I Believe by Jay Allison,Dan Gediman Pdf

An inspiring collection of the personal philosophies of a group of remarkable men and women Based on the National Public Radio series of the same name, This I Believe features eighty essayists—from the famous to the unknown—completing the thought that begins the book's title. Each piece compels readers to rethink not only how they have arrived at their own personal beliefs but also the extent to which they share them with others. Featuring a well-known list of contributors—including Isabel Allende, Colin Powell, Gloria Steinem, William F. Buckley Jr., Penn Jillette, Bill Gates, and John Updike—the collection also contains essays by a Brooklyn lawyer; a part-time hospital clerk from Rehoboth, Massachusetts; a woman who sells Yellow Pages advertising in Fort Worth, Texas; and a man who serves on the state of Rhode Island's parole board. The result is a stirring and provocative trip inside the minds and hearts of a diverse group of people whose beliefs—and the incredibly varied ways in which they choose to express them—reveal the American spirit at its best.

Author : Massimo Pigliucci,Skye Cleary,Daniel Kaufman
Publisher : Vintage
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2020-01-07
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780525566151

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How to Live a Good Life by Massimo Pigliucci,Skye Cleary,Daniel Kaufman Pdf

A collection of essays by fifteen philosophers presenting a thoughtful, introductory guide to choosing a philosophy for living an examined and meaningful life. Socrates famously said "the unexamined life is not worth living," but what does it mean to truly live philosophically? This thought-provoking, wide-ranging collection brings together essays by fifteen leading philosophers reflecting on what it means to live according to a philosophy of life. From Eastern philosophies (Daoism, Confucianism, and Buddhism) and classical Western philosophies (such as Aristotelianism and Stoicism), to the four major religions, as well as contemporary philosophies (such as existentialism and effective altruism), each contributor offers a lively, personal account of how they find meaning in the practice of their chosen philosophical tradition. Together, the pieces in How to Live a Good Life provide not only a beginner's guide to choosing a life philosophy but also a timely portrait of what it means to live an examined life in the twenty-first century. A VINTAGE ORIGINAL

Author : Kevin S. Decker
Publisher : ReadHowYouWant.com
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2010-10
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781459601017

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Star Wars and Philosophy by Kevin S. Decker Pdf

Sensed a disturbance in The Force lately? This is whats been setting your midi-chlorians tingling. Seventeen Jedi adepts got together to probe the deeper reaches of the Star Wars epic. A hazardous quest philosophy is more risky than not letting a ...

Author : Cathy Nutbrown
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2011-01-18
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781446243435

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Key Concepts in Early Childhood Education and Care by Cathy Nutbrown Pdf

This new edition of Cathy Nutbrown′s much loved book explains the key ideas and issues in Early Childhood clearly and concisely, keeping students up-to-date with the latest developments in the field. There are brand new entries on: - Attachment - Babies′ learning and development - Children′s Centres - Citizenship - Digital Technologies - Early Years Foundation Stage - Early Years Professional Status - Neuroscience - Sexualities The rest of the book has also been thoroughly updated and revised, and includes coverage of heuristic play, Early Literacy Development and Parental Involvement. The book offers starting points which provide a clear focus, further reading and discussion of research on thirty-five key topics. It is a must for students following courses in early childhood education and care. Professor Cathy Nutbrown directs and teaches on Masters and Doctoral programmes in Early Childhood Education at the University of Sheffield.

Author : Luc Ferry
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2011-12-27
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780062074256

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A Brief History of Thought by Luc Ferry Pdf

NATIONAL BESTSELLER "Ferry's openness, energy, and charm as a teacher burst through on every page." —Wall Street Journal From the timeless wisdom of the ancient Greeks to Christianity, the Enlightenment, existentialism, and postmodernism, Luc Ferry’s instant classic brilliantly and accessibly explains the enduring teachings of philosophy—including its profound relevance to modern daily life and its essential role in achieving happiness and living a meaningful life. This lively journey through the great thinkers will enlighten every reader, young and old.

Author : Mario Bunge
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2012-07-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789400744080

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Evaluating Philosophies by Mario Bunge Pdf

The first part deals with philosophies that have had a significant input, positive or negative, on the search for truth; it suggests that scientific and technological are either stimulated or smothered by a philosophical matrix; and it outlines two ontological doctrines believed to have nurtured research in modern times: systemism (not to be mistaken for holism) and materialism (as an extension of physicalism). The second part discusses a few practical problems that are being actively discussed in the literature, from climatology and information science to economics and legal philosophy. This discussion is informed by the general principles analyzed in the first part of the book. Some of the conclusions are that standard economic theory is just as inadequate as Marxism; that law and order are weak without justice; and that the central equation of normative climatology is a tautology–which of course does not put climate change in doubt. The third and final part of the book tackles a set of key concepts, such as those of indicator, energy, and existence, that have been either taken for granted or neglected. For instance, it is argued that there is at least one existence predicate, and that it is unrelated to the so-called existential quantifier; that high level hypotheses cannot be put to the test unless conjoined with indicator hypotheses; and that induction cannot produce high level hypotheses because empirical data do not contain any transempirical concepts. Realism, materialism, and systemism are thus refined and vindicated. ​

Author : Pierre Hadot
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 390 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0674013735

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What is Ancient Philosophy? by Pierre Hadot Pdf

Hadot shows how the schools, trends, and ideas of ancient Greek and Roman philosophy strove to transform the individual's mode of perceiving and being in the world. For the ancients, philosophical theory and the philosophical way of life were inseparably linked. Hadot asks us to consider whether and how this connection might be reestablished today.

Author : Ian Hacking
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1983-10-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781107268159

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Representing and Intervening by Ian Hacking Pdf

This 1983 book is a lively and clearly written introduction to the philosophy of natural science, organized around the central theme of scientific realism. It has two parts. 'Representing' deals with the different philosophical accounts of scientific objectivity and the reality of scientific entities. The views of Kuhn, Feyerabend, Lakatos, Putnam, van Fraassen, and others, are all considered. 'Intervening' presents the first sustained treatment of experimental science for many years and uses it to give a new direction to debates about realism. Hacking illustrates how experimentation often has a life independent of theory. He argues that although the philosophical problems of scientific realism can not be resolved when put in terms of theory alone, a sound philosophy of experiment provides compelling grounds for a realistic attitude. A great many scientific examples are described in both parts of the book, which also includes lucid expositions of recent high energy physics and a remarkable chapter on the microscope in cell biology.

Author : Aaron C.T. Smith,James Skinner,Daniel Read
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2020-11-27
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781839105098

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Philosophies of Organizational Change by Aaron C.T. Smith,James Skinner,Daniel Read Pdf

This revised and extended second edition evaluates the diverse approaches to organizational change that have defined the field. Explaining the assumptions and implications that accompany these diverse philosophies, this book demystifies the complexities of conflicting perspectives and delivers valuable insights into the research and practice of organizational change.