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What Do We Really Know? : The Big Questions in Philosophy

by Simon Blackburn
RM22.17 MYR
What Do We Really Know? : The Big Questions in Philosophy - Thryft
What Do We Really Know? : The Big Questions in Philosophy - Thryft

Big philosophical questions, succinctly answered.

"What Do We Really Know?" is perfect for someone who wants to dip their toes into philosophy without feeling overwhelmed. Blackburn tackles complex questions with ease and clarity, offering insights from major philosophers throughout history. The book is a great starting point for anyone who wants to begin exploring big philosophical ideas.

What Do We Really Know? : The Big Questions in Philosophy

by Simon Blackburn
RM22.17 MYR
ISBN: 9781780875873
Authors: Simon Blackburn
Publisher: Quercus
Date of Publication: 2012-09-26
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Philosophy
Goodreads rating: 3.51
(rated by 344 readers)

Description

In What Do We Really Know? Simon Blackburn addresses the twenty most-asked philosophical questions, including 'Can machines think?', 'What is the meaning of life?', 'Is death to be feared?', 'Why be good?', 'What am I?' and 'What do we really know?' Each 3000-word essay examines a question that has eternally perplexed enquiring minds, and provides answers from history's great thinkers.
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Big philosophical questions, succinctly answered.

"What Do We Really Know?" is perfect for someone who wants to dip their toes into philosophy without feeling overwhelmed. Blackburn tackles complex questions with ease and clarity, offering insights from major philosophers throughout history. The book is a great starting point for anyone who wants to begin exploring big philosophical ideas.