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نگاهی نو به فلسفه: تاریخ، اندیشهها� نظریهها� شخصیتها� چگونگی اندیشیدن
کتاب پیش رو کوشیده است تا با نگاهی نو از چند منظر به کلیات فلسفه بپردازد و با زبانی نسبتا همه فهم فرصت آشنایی با اهم مطالب فلسفی را برای نوآموزان فراهم آورد. نگارنده در آغاز کتاب به صورت کلی به مباحثی چون چیستی فلسفه و نسبت آن با دین علم پرداخته است. از آنجا که در نظر بسیاری مرزبندی فلسفه با این دو حوزه میهم می نماید، هدف آن بوده است که از همان ابتدا خواننده را با تمایزات موجود آشنا سازد تا در ادامه مباحث، ابهامی از این جهت باقی نماند. در بخش بعدی به اجمال تاریخ فلسفه و اندیشه ورزی مورد توجه قرار گرفته و سپس شاخه های مهم فلسفه برشمرده و بررسی شده اند. بخشی نیز به معرفی مهارت های اندیشه ورزی که ابزار فیلسوفان به شمار می آید اختصاص یافته و انواع مغالطه ها معرفی شده اند. در بخش پایانی نیز تعدادی از اندیشمندان برجسته جهانی به صورت کوتاه معرفی شده اند تا نوآموز به اجمال با بزرگان این حوزه آشنا شود.
این کتاب که نه تنها تاریخ تفکر غرب، بلکه سنت‌ها� فلسفه ی شرق و مکاتب فکری از شبه قاره هند را پوشش می‌دهد� تحلیل فلسفی را با اطلاعات تاریخی و زندگی‌نامه‌ا� ترکیب می‌کن� تا مسائل، نظریه‌ه� و مشکلات اصلی را توضیح دهد و بررسی کند و سعی می کند به قلب تمام فلسفه ها رفته و آنها روشن کند. استیون لاو فیلسوفی است که در کالج هیتروپ در دانشگاه لندن تدریس می کند. او همچنین ژورنال THINK را ویرایش می کند، منبعی از فلسفه که برای عموم مردم است. او همچنین وابسته به موسسه سلطنتی فلسفه است و در آنجا کار می کند.
این کتاب که نه تنها تاریخ تفکر غرب، بلکه سنت‌ها� فلسفه ی شرق و مکاتب فکری از شبه قاره هند را پوشش می‌دهد� تحلیل فلسفی را با اطلاعات تاریخی و زندگی‌نامه‌ا� ترکیب می‌کن� تا مسائل، نظریه‌ه� و مشکلات اصلی را توضیح دهد و بررسی کند و سعی می کند به قلب تمام فلسفه ها رفته و آنها روشن کند. استیون لاو فیلسوفی است که در کالج هیتروپ در دانشگاه لندن تدریس می کند. او همچنین ژورنال THINK را ویرایش می کند، منبعی از فلسفه که برای عموم مردم است. او همچنین وابسته به موسسه سلطنتی فلسفه است و در آنجا کار می کند.
332 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2007
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Stephen Law
65books104followersStephen Law is a philosopher who teaches at Heythrop College in the University of London. He also edits the journal THINK, a source of philosophy aimed at the general public, affiliated with The Royal Institute of Philosophy.
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December 3, 2016
I'm a simple man. I like books with pictures.
June 20, 2017
I've dipped in and out of this book before, most significantly when studying Raphael's, The School of Athens. This is the first time I've read it cover to cover. It was tough at times, sometimes ideas are packed tightly on the page, but immensely rewarding. Given the subject matter this introduction is highly accessible and even encourages a layman to critique the ideas of great thinkers, I wanted a pen and paper half the time I was reading to put down my thoughts on Plato, or arguments about God.
The only problem with this book is the length of the reading list it left me with, including: John Stuart Mill, Mary Wollstonecraft, Hannah Arendt, David Hume, Plato, Heraclitus, Confucius, Adam Smith, Hegel, Comte, Karl Marx, Theodor Adorno, Simone de Beauvoir, John Rawls, Bertrand Russel, Michel Foucault, Noam Chomsky and Lyotard. Oh dear, where to begin.
The only problem with this book is the length of the reading list it left me with, including: John Stuart Mill, Mary Wollstonecraft, Hannah Arendt, David Hume, Plato, Heraclitus, Confucius, Adam Smith, Hegel, Comte, Karl Marx, Theodor Adorno, Simone de Beauvoir, John Rawls, Bertrand Russel, Michel Foucault, Noam Chomsky and Lyotard. Oh dear, where to begin.
February 18, 2016
A good book for beginners
August 28, 2018
Excelente overview sobre filosofia para leigos. Porém, se mostrou uma leitura longa e relativamente complicada para mim (que sou bem amador no assunto).
January 27, 2023
6/10
Guia Ilustrado Zahar | Filosofia escrito por Stephen Law, professor universitário de filosofia, é um excelente meio de apresentação das ideias, conceitos, colunas do pensamento filosófico. De maneira construtiva e pouco profunda, temos uma iniciação básica, porém, científica de como o pensamento filosóficos e suas ideias surgiram e se ampliarem até chegar no modelo que temos hoje. Com 351 páginas temos uma apresentação, e não uma introdução, sobre as ideias, pensadores e variáveis que afetam a dinâmica de exercício e modo de produção de ensaios acadêmicos da realização e materialização do ensaio do pensar. Em conclusão, é um livro que explora muitas, mas MUITAS coisas mesmo, abre diversas portas e janelas, apresenta uma fama infinita de temas mas que não se aprofunda em nada. Em suma, o objetivo do livro é se aprofundar na apresentação dos temas e não na explicação proporcional deles. Enfim, é um livro bom para iniciantes ou pessoas que queiram entrar no mundo filosófico, mas só isso. Entrar. Para um aprofundamento é necessário uma fonte de pesquisas mais avançada ou detalhada.
Guia Ilustrado Zahar | Filosofia escrito por Stephen Law, professor universitário de filosofia, é um excelente meio de apresentação das ideias, conceitos, colunas do pensamento filosófico. De maneira construtiva e pouco profunda, temos uma iniciação básica, porém, científica de como o pensamento filosóficos e suas ideias surgiram e se ampliarem até chegar no modelo que temos hoje. Com 351 páginas temos uma apresentação, e não uma introdução, sobre as ideias, pensadores e variáveis que afetam a dinâmica de exercício e modo de produção de ensaios acadêmicos da realização e materialização do ensaio do pensar. Em conclusão, é um livro que explora muitas, mas MUITAS coisas mesmo, abre diversas portas e janelas, apresenta uma fama infinita de temas mas que não se aprofunda em nada. Em suma, o objetivo do livro é se aprofundar na apresentação dos temas e não na explicação proporcional deles. Enfim, é um livro bom para iniciantes ou pessoas que queiram entrar no mundo filosófico, mas só isso. Entrar. Para um aprofundamento é necessário uma fonte de pesquisas mais avançada ou detalhada.
July 28, 2019
I reserve five stars for books that I consider to make some tangible alteration to the way I think or act. This book introduced me to so many different concepts and theories that five stars seems inadequate, but it'll have to do!
It's taken me about three years (maybe more) to make it to the end, not because it's a tough read (far from it - I've never formally studied philosophy but found the language very accessible), but because each page of the 'Branches of Philosophy' section deserves reflection, and because I was constantly inspired to read further into the subject matter. Plus, it's beautifully illustrated and I probably spent a lot of time looking at the pictures.
So if, like me, you like to think, and you missed out in your school days, read this book.
It's taken me about three years (maybe more) to make it to the end, not because it's a tough read (far from it - I've never formally studied philosophy but found the language very accessible), but because each page of the 'Branches of Philosophy' section deserves reflection, and because I was constantly inspired to read further into the subject matter. Plus, it's beautifully illustrated and I probably spent a lot of time looking at the pictures.
So if, like me, you like to think, and you missed out in your school days, read this book.
May 31, 2021
Goed en duidelijk geschreven boek , hoewel het mij niet lukt om vlot iets van filosofie te lezen of mijn gedachten blijven wat hangen of ze drijven wat weg , ben benieuwd wie er allemaal in een filosofie boek vanaf het jaar 2000 zal staan met die snel veranderde omgeving , meer vrouwen ? Nieuwe gedachten en ideeën
July 15, 2021
The book serves well on introducing basic yet monumental philosophical thoughts, as well as introducing prominent figures. The author has tried to stay neutral in tone but content is still biased such as on how greatness of a thought or figure is determined.
December 17, 2017
Used for a college course.
August 11, 2022
i feel so smart reading this!
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April 29, 2024Stopped reading this book.
January 25, 2025
Decided to revisit some fundamental philosophical concepts and found this book.
Easy to read, and the first several pages summarises key periods and proponents. A good refresher.
Easy to read, and the first several pages summarises key periods and proponents. A good refresher.
April 8, 2025
A good introduction and overview of the branches of Philosophy and Philosophers.
April 14, 2023
Covering not only the history of Western thought but also the traditions of Eastern philosophy and schools of thought from the Indian subcontinent, this companion combines philosophical analysis with historical and biographical information to explain and explore the major issues, theories, and problems at the heart of all philosophies.
October 11, 2019
This is an excellent primer on philosophy, whether one is new to philosophy and pursuing a budding interest, or one interested in learning more about the various influential schools of philosophical thought. Stephen Law does an excellent job of covering growth and evolution of philosophy, being succinct but without failing to leave the reader with a solid basic understanding of each topic. The book covers a broad spectrum of philosophical ideas and concepts, and ends with a list of over a hundred "Who's Who" list of influential philosophers and thinker, giving a brief background and covering their key ideas and concepts that contributed to philosophy. I was only disappointed that Robert Green Ingersoll did not make it into the "Who's Who" list, as I would easily count him as one of the best 19th century thinkers. Overall, great book. Highly recommended.
February 28, 2010
This book was an excellent companion to my Intro to Philosophy class. It is clear and to the point, with plenty of examples and definitions. Being a DK book, it is also laden with illustrations and photos, and is a handy reference, or even a good read on its own.
July 12, 2012
A good introduction to philosophical terminologies in simple parlance, provides very good illustrations and comparisons between eastern and western philosophies. Could be a good read for those curious minds who would like to know the history of philosophy and different facets of it.
September 11, 2012
fantastic basic starter into types of philosophy throughout history and the world. Very easy to put everything into context and discover who or what schools of thought you might yourself be more interested in discovering in more detail.
June 17, 2009
This is a great book to open your eyes to philosophy, and to get an idea about the many philosophers from the begining to the presant. It is an overview of the many forms of philosophy.
December 9, 2012
Very good overview need to see more from this series
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January 23, 2013Not a subject I'm particularly interested in, so it would be unfair to comment on this book.
June 19, 2015
Perhaps the best introductory book you could give to someone interested in Philosophy.
July 9, 2014
Great for beginners!
Shelved as 'research'
September 27, 2021This is a fantastic, easy-to-read introduction to philosophy and breaks everything down quite well. Not too in-depth, but a great basis for those new to theories. Definitely recommend.
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