The adventure of philosophy
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The adventure of philosophy
（Contributions in philosophy, no. 71）
Greenwood Press, 1999
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Includes bibliographical references (p. [151]-156) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
Well-written and engaging, this volume explores the most important questions and issues that have absorbed philosophers over the past twenty-five centuries. The quest to define reality, the problem of the existence of God, the search for moral values, the problem of evil, the discovery of the self, and other philosophical issues are clearly outlined in six thematic chapters. The ideas of ancient, medieval, and modern philosophers are integrated into a reflective and compelling narrative, which aims at emphasizing the timeless relevance of these questions and concerns and at eliciting from the readers their own responses to the issues raised. The book includes a comprehensive bibliography and two extensive glossaries that outline the theories of all the philosophers mentioned and explain the main philosophical terms used in the text. Designed specifically for undergraduate students taking their first courses in philosophy and for anybody who wishes to gain acquaintance with the subject, this comprehensive volume sheds light on the significance of the philosophical adventure.
Table of Contents
Preface The Meaning of Philosophy The Discovery of the Mind Socrates and the Pursuit of the Self The Search for Moral Values The Problem of the Existence of God The Quest for Reality Glossary of Names Glossary of Philosophical Terms Select Bibliography Index
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