A common misconception is that philosophy is something like religion really. A good line to take in the face of this is to observe that philosophy is concerned with the undermining and questioning of dogmas, whereas religion is all about accepting and supporting them. Bluffer's Guides is a series of snappy little books containing facts, jargon, and all you need to know for instant expertise.
This fun, short book is an introduction to an introduction of philosophy. It is especially for those who just want to know the buzzwords to entangle oneself in a party conversation or a bar bet, and also provides a few tricks if you get in too deep !
After reading this you'll toss about Conclusive Refutations, an Auxiliary Assumption, or a bit of Distributive Justice; and heady name dropping : Imre Lakatos, Gottlob Frege!
Author Hankinson's explanation of philosophy is presented in a humorous manner so you don't have to worry about any of it coming across too seriously.
First printed in 1990, some of his various popular culture references might be unknown, or seem a little vague unless you're of a certain, well, age.
Don't worry about defining 'Philosophy' It isn't a subject -- it's an activity!
A fun and accessible introduction to philosophy. It covers the basics鈥攈ow philosophy began, the key philosophers, and the main ideas they鈥檙e known for. It also adds some quirky details, like the unusual deaths of philosophers and their incorrect conclusions.
Although the book is thin, I found myself reading it slowly at times. The topic can be heavy and confusing, which required some extra attention. However, I appreciated that the author鈥檚 conversational tone made it feel like they were speaking directly to me, making the material easier to engage with.
While it doesn鈥檛 dive deeply into the subject, it鈥檚 a great starting point for anyone new to philosophy. It helped me learn new terms and made me question things. Though it wasn鈥檛 exceptional, it was an enjoyable and quick read that left me reflecting. Overall, it鈥檚 a solid way to start exploring philosophy without feeling too overwhelmed.
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