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The Handy Philosophy Answer Book
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Author : Naomi Zack
language : en
Publisher: Visible Ink Press
Release Date : 2009-09-01
The Handy Philosophy Answer Book written by Naomi Zack and has been published by Visible Ink Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-09-01 with Philosophy categories.
Combining a basic history of philosophical thought with the often quirky personal stories of famous philosophers, this comprehensive introduction to the world of philosophy answers more than 1,000 questions, ranging from What was the Enlightenment? to Why did the Pythagorians avoid fava beans? Analyzing the collective effort of philosophers throughout history in the pursuit of truth and wisdom, the guide explores the tangible significance of philosophical thought to modern society and civilization as a whole. With a wide range of information suitable for various knowledge bases—from junior high to junior college—this is an ideal resource for anyone looking to get a better grasp of the history of thought.
The Handy Philosophy Answer Book
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Author : Naomi Zack
language : en
Publisher: Handy Answer Books
Release Date : 2010
The Handy Philosophy Answer Book written by Naomi Zack and has been published by Handy Answer Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010 with Philosophy categories.
An introduction to the world of philosophy: looks at philosophical fundamentals, various schools of thought, and more.
The Handy Philosophy Answer Book
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Author : Naomi Zack
language : en
Publisher: Visible Ink Press
Release Date : 2009-09-01
The Handy Philosophy Answer Book written by Naomi Zack and has been published by Visible Ink Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-09-01 with Philosophy categories.
Combining a basic history of philosophical thought with the often quirky personal stories of famous philosophers, this comprehensive introduction to the world of philosophy answers more than 1,000 questions, ranging from What was the Enlightenment? to Why did the Pythagorians avoid fava beans? Analyzing the collective effort of philosophers throughout history in the pursuit of truth and wisdom, the guide explores the tangible significance of philosophical thought to modern society and civilization as a whole. With a wide range of information suitable for various knowledge basesÑfrom junior high to junior collegeÑthis is an ideal resource for anyone looking to get a better grasp of the history of thought.
The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book
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Author : Ed D’Angelo
language : en
Publisher: Visible Ink Press
Release Date : 2020-09-01
The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book written by Ed D’Angelo and has been published by Visible Ink Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-09-01 with Philosophy categories.
Difficult philosophy made easy. The universe and our place in it, the meaning of life, the nature of justice and the good society, and the powers of reason. All these topics explored, questioned, and explained. Plato, Aristotle, Socrates, Stoicism, Skepticism, Cynicism, Continental philosophy, ethics, government and governing, virtue, love, life, and death. Heidegger, Husserl, Merleau-Ponty, Derrida, Bertrand Russell, and Michel Foucault.... From famous figures in the history of philosophy to the deepest questions of religion to the relationship between knowledge and power, The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book: The Ancient Greek Influence on Modern Understanding makes esoteric ideas and the jumble of names easy to understand, enriching readers’ lives and answering the question, What does philosophy have to teach us about life and society? Today many people experience a loss of trust in government and organized religion. There's increased social isolation and a rise in insult politics. Seeking an alternative, some have experimented with new forms of politics, social organization, and spirituality. All these developments have led to a great deal of confusion and puzzlement. Who and what can we believe, and how can we know it is correct? From its beginning, philosophy was conceived as a conversation or dialogue, and The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book raises and offers answers to questions like these ... What is philosophy? What is metaphysics? What is logic? How is ethics different than morality? How did Pre-Socratic philosophy get started? What is the arrow paradox? Who was Pythagoras? How did Stoicism inspire modern cognitive psychotherapy? Who was the founder of Western philosophy? What is a harmonic sequence in music? What are the four cardinal virtues? Was pederasty condoned in ancient Greece? How, according to Plato, is philosophy like making love? What are the three parts of the soul? How does democracy degenerate into tyranny? What is the history of Alexander the Great’s military campaigns? How did Alexander the Great change the course of the history of philosophy? What did Aristotle say about the social nature of human beings? What is Aristotle’s conception of the soul? What is the soul of a plant? What is virtue? What is an emotion? Why do we need friends? Why did Aristotle believe that the state has a responsibility to educate its citizens? What did Aristotle think about money? What is the meaning and origin of the Serenity Prayer? What impact did the Epicureans have on the modern world? What was the museum of Alexandria? How did Stoicism inspire modern cognitive psychotherapy? What is the problem with the sentence “The present king of France is bald”? What is the postmodern condition? Philosophy is the pursuit of answers to big questions about the purpose of life, death, and existence. Philosophy is about how to reason and find the answers for yourself. Philosophy is a puzzle. You collect clues. You make connections. The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book is a perfect companion for anyone seeking wider truths and happiness. It is an informative, accessible, easy-to-understand guide to the big questions about living. With more than 120 photos and graphics, it is richly illustrated. Plus, its helpful bibliography, glossary of terms, and extensive index add to its usefulness.
The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book
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Author : Ed D'Angelo
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2021
The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book written by Ed D'Angelo and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021 with Electronic books categories.
The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book: The Ancient Greek Influence on Modern Understanding makes esoteric ideas and the jumble of names easy to understand, enriching readers' lives.
The Handy Religion Answer Book
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Author : John Renard
language : en
Publisher: Visible Ink Press
Release Date : 2012-04-01
The Handy Religion Answer Book written by John Renard and has been published by Visible Ink Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-04-01 with Religion categories.
Providing detailed descriptions of the beliefs, rituals, history, and organization of the world’s eight major religious traditions, including Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Confucianism, Taoism, and Shinto, this fully revised and updated edition is an easy-to-use comparative guide for anyone seeking basic religious literacy. Clearly and eloquently written by a scholar with more than 40 years of study and teaching experience, The Handy Religion Answer Book is organized into chapters on each major religion and contains a wealth of information about their history, beliefs, symbols, membership, leaders, observances, and customs. The reference answers more than 800 questions, such as What is the significance of the Star of David? How did so many different Christian churches come into being? What is the importance of the month of Ramadan? What is an Ayatollah? and Do Taoists believe in heaven and hell?, as well as new questions concerning religion and violence and suborganizations that claim affiliation with the major faith communities. A glossary of religious terminology, maps of the general coverage areas for each religion, and suggestions for further reading are also included.
The Handy Psychology Answer Book
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Author : Lisa J. Cohen
language : en
Publisher: Visible Ink Press
Release Date : 2016-02-22
The Handy Psychology Answer Book written by Lisa J. Cohen and has been published by Visible Ink Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-02-22 with Psychology categories.
Bridging the gap between the entertainment-focused “pop psychology” on television and the dry academic research that is published in journals, The Handy Psychology Answer Book helps answer why humans do what we do through accurate scientific data presented in a lively, accessible, and engaging way. It covers the fundamentals and explains the psychology behind how people deal with money, sex, morality, family, children, aging, addiction, work, and other everyday issues. Fully revised to reflect the latest scientific research—such as the current DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, published by the American Psychiatric Association); the latest neurobiological theories; and the changing face of marriage—this timely reference has expanded to include information sections on the biology and evolution of emotions; technology and adolescence; bisexuality; optimism; autism; as well as a full section on the law, eyewitness testimony and police shootings. Featuring more than 1,500 answers to questions concerning how the human mind and the science of psychology really work such as: How have other cultures addressed psychological issues? Why was Freud so focused on sex? How can I maintain a healthy brain? Is it normal to argue during marriage? Does religion make people happier? How do we reduce social prejudice?
The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book
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Author : Ed D'Angelo
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2020-09
The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book written by Ed D'Angelo and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-09 with categories.
Difficult philosophies made easy. The meaning of life, the universe and our place in it, the nature of justice and the good society, and the powers of reason explored, questioned, and explained. Plato, Aristotle, Socrates, Stoicism, Skepticism, Cynicism, Continental philosophy, virtue, ethics, government and governing, love, death, life, Heidegger, Husserl, Merleau-Ponty, Derrida, Bertrand Russell, Michel Foucault.... From famous figures in the history of philosophy to questions in religious theology to the relationship between knowledge and power, The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book: The Ancient Greek Influence on Modern Understanding takes the sometimes esoteric ideas and the jumble of names and makes them easy to understand, enriching readers'' lives and answering the question, What does philosophy have to teach us about life and society? There''s the loss of trust in government and organized religion. Seeking an alternative, some have experimented with new forms of politics, social organization, and spirituality. All these developments have led to a great deal of confusion and puzzlement. Who and what can we believe, and how can we know it is correct? From its beginning, philosophy was conceived as a conversation or dialogue, and The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book offers answers to questions like these ... What is philosophy? What is metaphysics? What is philosophy of science? What is logic? How is ethics different than morality? How did Pre-Socratic philosophy get started? What is the arrow paradox? Who was Pythagoras? Who were the sophists? Who was the founder of Western philosophy? What is a harmonic sequence in music? What are the four cardinal virtues? Was pederasty condoned in ancient Greece? How, according to Plato, is philosophy like making love? What are the three parts of the soul? How does democracy degenerate into tyranny? What is the history of Alexander the Great''s military campaigns? How did Alexander the Great change the course of the history of philosophy? What did Aristotle say about the social nature of human beings? What is Aristotle''s conception of the soul? What is the soul of a plant? What is virtue? What is an emotion? Why do we need friends? Why did Aristotle believe that the state has a responsibility to educate its citizens? What did Aristotle think about money? What is Hellenistic philosophy? What impact did the Epicureans have on the modern world? What was the museum of Alexandria? How did Stoicism inspire modern cognitive psychotherapy? What is the problem with the sentence "The present king of France is bald"? What is the postmodern condition? Philosophy is the pursuit of answers to big questions about the purpose of life, death, and existence. Philosophy is about how to reason and find the answers for yourself. Philosophy is a puzzle. You collect clues. You make connections. With more than 120 photos and graphics, The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book is richly illustrated. Its helpful bibliography, glossary of terms, and extensive index add to its usefulness. A perfect companion for anyone seeking wider truths and happiness. It is an informative, accessible, easy-to-understand guide to the big questions about the purpose of life, death and existence.
The Handy Art History Answer Book
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Author : Madelynn Dickerson
language : en
Publisher: Visible Ink Press
Release Date : 2013-06-01
The Handy Art History Answer Book written by Madelynn Dickerson and has been published by Visible Ink Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-06-01 with Art categories.
The major art pieces, most important artists, and significant artistic movements from 35,000 BCE to today are collected together in this easy to read resource on art history. Continuing in the tradition of the standout Handy Answer Book reference series, this book not only the covers the development of Western art, but also the history of art across the globe. An overview of art—its history, techniques, materials, forms, colors, style, the nature of artistic expression, and how to look at art—is followed by examinations of the main periods and movements of art history. The book both explains and shows important elements, influences, artists, and masterworks of era and the world events and cultures that influenced and changed them through nearly 150 color images of indispensable masterworks. This accessible and entertaining resource for readers with a casual interest in art history as well as industry professionals also includes a glossary of terms to demystify jargon and explain theory.
The Handy Physics Answer Book
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Author : Paul W Zitzewitz
language : en
Publisher: Visible Ink Press
Release Date : 2011-02-01
The Handy Physics Answer Book written by Paul W Zitzewitz and has been published by Visible Ink Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-02-01 with Science categories.
Eschewing the usual mathematical explanations for physics phenomena, this approachable reference explains complicated scientific concepts in plain English that everyone can understand. Tackling the big issues such as gravity, magnetism, sound, and what really happens in the Large Hadron Collider, this engaging look at physics also spells out why cats always land on their feet, why people appear to have red eyes in photographs, and the real danger of looking at an eclipse. For everyone who ever wondered how a light bulb works or how squirrels avoid electrocution on the power lines, this handbook supplies answers on the physics of everyday life and examines the developments in the exploration of subatomic particles. In addition to the question-and-answer section, an addendum of facts about physicists explains what the Nobel prize is and who has won it, and tells the story of the scientist who was incarcerated for agreeing with Copernicus. Answers more than eight hundred questions about physics, ranging from everyday life applications to the latest explorations in the field.