Fundamentals of philosophy

Synopsis

• Organizes readings topically in a wide range of philosophical areas: Logic, metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, social and political philosophy, philosophy of religion, esthetics, and non-western philosophy.
• Features a good blend of ancient, modern, and contemporary readings carefully edited for substance, length and readability.
• Includes study aids: suggestions for further reading, questions for discussion, and an extensive glossary.
• Discusses the way non-western philosophies approach some basic problems.

New to this edition:

• A chapter on the history of philosophy.
• A selection on critical thinking.