Using innovative graphics and creative typography to help demystify hard-to-grasp concepts for those new to philosophy, "The Philosophy Book" cuts through the haze of misunderstanding, untangles knotty theories, and sheds light on abstract concepts. Aimed at anyone with a general interest in how our social, political, and ethical ideas are formed, as well as students of philosophy and politics, "The Philosophy Book" breathes new life to a subject that is often regarded as esoteric and academic.
Talk, Thinking and Philosophy in the Primary Classroom
Talk, thinking and philosophy are crucial components of children’s learning. This book is a practical and readable guide to the ways in which teachers can provide children with the opportunities to develop and use these skills to their greatest effect.
The book discusses different angle of philosophy which are part of Eastern and Western World. A good book for Philosophy lovers who want to know about the philosophers of both worlds.
A New Philosophy of Society: Assemblage Theory and Social Complexity
Manuel DeLanda is a distinguished writer, artist and philosopher. In his new book, he offers a fascinating look at how the contemporary world is characterized by an extraordinary social complexity. Since most social entities, from small communities to large nation-states, would disappear altogether if human minds ceased to exist, Delanda proposes a novel approach to social ontology that asserts the autonomy of social entities from the conceptions we have of them.
A noted mathematician and teacher traces the history of science from Aristotle to Einstein, illustrating philosophy's ongoing role in the scientific process, explaining technology's erosion of the rapport between the two fields, and offering suggestions for restoring their relationship. Suitable for undergraduate students and other readers. 36 figures. 1962 edition.