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Zusatztext 107151598 Informationen zum Autor Michael Lacewing is Director of Research and Senior Lecturer in Philosophy at Heythrop College, University of London. He is founder of the company A Level Philosophy, and a consultant on philosophy at A Level for the British Philosophical Association. Klappentext This is the ideal companion to Unit 3 of the new AQA philosophy syllabus, covering the key themes in philosophy; philosophy of mind, political philosophy, epistemology and metaphysics, moral philosophy and philosophy of religion. The author presents the material with great clarity assisting the student with quiz and discussion questions, past exam questions, advanced study sections, cross-references and summaries. Zusammenfassung Philosophy for A2: Unit 3 is the definitive textbook for students of the current AQA Advanced Level syllabus. Structured very closely around the AQA specifications for Unit 3: Key Themes in Philosophy, it introduces the student to each of the core themes: philosophy of mind political philosophy epistemology and metaphysics moral philosophy philosophy of religion. All chapters are helpfully subdivided into short digestible passages, and include: quiz questions to test core knowledge discussion questions to deepen understanding 'going further' sections for advanced study text boxes highlighting key definitions and arguments cross-references to help students make connections lively illustrations, diagrams and a glossary. In addition, a chapter on exam preparation contains a wealth of helpful hints and tips on revision and exam techniques. Written by an experienced philosopher and A Level consultant, Philosophy for A2: Unit 3 is an essential companion for all students of A2 Level philosophy. Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction Ch. 1 Philosophy of mind Substance dualism Reductive acccounts of the mind Non-reductive materialism Ch. 2 Political philosophy Human nature and political organisation Liberty Rights Justice Nation states Ch. 3 Epistemology and metaphysics The refutation of scepticism Knowledge, belief and justification Universals and particulars Objective knowledge Ch. 4 Moral philosophy Moral truth The denial of moral truth Moral decisions Ch. 5 Philosophy of religion Arguments for the existence of God Reason and faith Miracles Making sense of religion Ch. 6 Preparing for the exam Revision Exam technique Glossary Index...
