On philosophy / Garrett Thomson.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Thomson, Garrett.

Series:

Wadsworth philosophers series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Philosophy, Modern.

Physical Description:

175 pages ; 22 cm.

Place of Publication:

South Melbourne, Australia ; Belmont, Calif. : Thomson/Wadsworth, [2003]

Summary:

The Philosopher Series' brief books assist readers in understanding each philosopher's philosophy and in thinking so they can more fully engage in useful, intelligent dialogue and improve their understanding. The Philosopher Series, (which will eventually consist of approximately 100 titles) focuses on a single "thinker" from ancient times to the present. Each title is written by a philosopher deeply versed in the philosophy of this key thinker.

Contents:

1. The Nature of Philosophy 3

Part I God and Religion

2. Arguing about God 17

3. Non-Traditional Conceptions of God 27

Part II Perception

4. Making the World Vanish 41

5. Against Private Objects 51

Part III Science and the World

6. Mind and Brain 58

7. Saving the Mental 74

8. The Dot Problem: Science 89

Part IV Values

9. Morality without Authorities 101

10. Morality without Rules 120

11. Critical Reasoning: Growing Your Own Teacher 143

12. Applying Logic 148

13. Analysis 156

14. Making Books Sing 163

15. Tips for Writing an Essay 169.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references.

ISBN:

0534595820

OCLC:

48978798