Philosophy in Minutes - 200 Key Concepts

Philosophy in Minutes distils 200 of the most important philosophical ideas into easily digestible, bite-sized sections. The core information for every topic - including debates such as the role of philosophy in science and religion, key thinkers from Aristotle to Marx, and introductions to morality and ethics - is explained in straightforward language, using illustrations to make the concepts easy to understand and remember. Whether you are perplexed by existentialism or pondering the notion of free will, this accessible small-format book will help any reader to quickly grasp the basics of this highly nuanced subject. Chapters include: Truth and logic, Marxism, Communism and Socialism, Ontology, Philosophy and literature, Existence of God, Feminist theory, Consciousness, The future of philosophy.

About the author

Marcus Weeks is the author of the hugely successful Philosophy in Minutes, Psychology in Minutes and Politics in Minutes. He has written numerous other books and contributed to prestigious reference works such as The Philosophy Book, the Millennium Encyclopedia and the Definitive Visual Guide series.

Summary

The quickest way to learn about philosophy, from metaphysics to postmodernism.

Product details

• Authors: Marcus Weeks
• Publisher: Quercus Publishing
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.01.2014
• EAN: 9781782066460
• ISBN: 978-1-78206-646-0
• No. of pages: 416
• Dimensions: 128 mm x 131 mm x 30 mm
• Series: IN MINUTES
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Philosophy: general, reference works; PHILOSOPHY / Social, Western philosophy: Enlightenment