Gareth Southwell

Animals feel pain – so much is obvious. But René Descartes didnt think so. In fact, the man who has been called the Father of Modern Philosophy thought there was no more to the yelps and cries of a s

Words of Wisdom brings together 360 of Philosophys most famous quotations, explaining their meaning and telling the stories behind them. Western philosophy may be said to have begun in ancient Greece, where, inscribed in his temple at Delphi, the words of the god Apollo commanded those who sought wisdom to first know thyself. With the authors usual humour and clarity of style, the whole 2,500 year history of philosophy is laid bare. Each quote is set in the context of its cultural background, author biography and general outlook; trends are highlighted, links established, and influences traced, all in a way that is entertaining, thought-provoking, and even fun. Words of Wisdom is the perfect book for those who always wanted to ask what philosophy was about, but were afraid they might not understand the answer.

Science first began as a branch of philosophy, but it has since grown up and moved out of the family home, and its successes have put its parent in the shade. Thanks to scientific knowledge we have walked on the Moon, cured once-fatal illnesses, and even identified the very building blocks of life and the universe. But it is these very successes that underline the need for philosophy. How much should we trust the pronouncements of scientists that we read in the media? What are the ethical implications of our delving into the foundations of our DNA, reproductive treatments, or artificially prolonging life? And are there limits to what science can tell us about the world we think we know? In straightforward and accessible terms, 50 Philosophy of Science Ideas You Really Need to Know explains the key philosophical questions that continue to lie at the heart of the nature and practice of science today. The ideas explored include: Appearance and reality; Knowledge; Anti-realism; Metaphysics; Science and gender; Phenomenology and science.

Instant Philosophy pulls together all the pivotal philosophical knowledge and thought into one concise volume. Each page contains a discrete cheat sheet, which tells you the most important facts in bite-sized chunks, meaning you can become an expert in an instant. From Nietzsche to Nozick, empiricism to solipsism, Pascals wager to Ockhams razor, every key figure, discovery or idea is explained with succinct and lively text and graphics. Perfect for the knowledge hungry and time poor, this collection of graphic-led lessons makes philosophy interesting and accessible. Everything you need to know is here.

Grow in wisdom with this practical guide to Stoic philosophy for modern day-to-day lifeDiscover the path to a more contented, fulfilled life through the teachings of Stoic philosophers, from Marcus Aurelius to Epictetus. Learn how to build resilience, foster inner peace, and harness self-control.Stoic philosophy is not an armchair philosophy: it was designed by the ancient Greek and Roman philosophers to be used in day-to-day life, and their teachings offer a host of simple, practical ideas to maximise positivity in our lives.Tackling a key theme each month, from Happiness and Health to Money and Politics, Everyday Stoicism guides you through the calendar year to build a toolkit of simple exercises and practical ideas for how to live these values every day.So, harness the collective wisdom of the ancient Stoic philosophers today and discover the joy of everyday stoicism.

Filosofía en segundos reúne los conocimientos y los pensamientos filosóficos fundamentales en un solo volumen. Cada página sintetiza los datos más importantes en forma de «esquemas» para que se convi

¿Te has preguntado alguna vez si Kant tendría algo que decir sobre tu adicción a las redes sociales? ¿O si Platón habría sido capaz de mediar en las constantes discusiones que mantienes sobre qué programas ver por la tele? ¿Has considerado si Hobbes habria aceptado darle de comer a tu hamster mientras estas de vacaciones?Mediante 40 preguntas y problemas cotidianos como punto de partida para explorar las grandes cuestiones politicas de nuestros tiempos, este libro te dara un curso acelerado de teoria politica y una introduccion a las teorias e ideas de los grandes pensadores politicos de todos los tiempos.

Bienvenido al desconcertante mundo de lo paradójico. Las paradojas revelan cuán extrañopuede ser el mundo del pensamiento. Dividido en ocho capítulos alucinantes, este librole embarca en un viaje fascinante desde lo contradictorio hasta lo absolutamente absurdo.En el camino, le presentara temas como objetos imposibles, la espera de lo inesperado ylos problemas con el viaje en el tiempo. Repleto de experimentos mentales, ejemplos dela vida real y ejercicios para llevar a la practica todos estos conceptos, Paradojas es unaobra que cambiara la forma en que usted percibe todo lo que le rodea. Tambien presentaalgunos de los grandes nombres en el campo de las paradojas, desde los antiguos filosofosgriegos hasta Albert Einstein