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101 philosophy problems
First published 1999 · 336 pages
A playful, bite-sized journey through the history of ideas that turns complex ethical dilemmas into engaging thought experiments.
What it feels like
Reading this book feels like sitting down with a witty, deeply knowledgeable tutor who delights in turning your brain inside out. It moves at a brisk, engaging pace, presenting bite-sized thought experiments that invite you to pause, debate, and question your own assumptions. The mood is inquisitive and playfully intellectual, stripping away the intimidating jargon often associated with scholarly texts. Instead, the prose is remarkably clear, concise, and laced with a dry humor that makes grappling with the history of ideas genuinely fun. It is an ideal read for curious beginners and students who want to wrestle with ethical dilemmas and philosophical puzzles in a space that feels welcoming, stimulating, and refreshingly accessible.
- Mood
- inquisitive
- intellectually stimulating
- playful
- contemplative
- Tone
- humorous
- clear
- accessible
- engaging
- thought-provoking
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- ethical dilemmas · history of ideas · philosophical inquiry · thought experiments
- The writing
- Clear, concise, and often humorous, designed to make complex scholarly concepts highly accessible.
- The arc
- Moves from initial curiosity and puzzlement to a satisfying sense of intellectual clarity.
- Who it's for
- Curious beginners and students seeking an approachable, entertaining introduction to philosophical debate.
About the book
'This book is a fresh and original introduction to philosophy. Intended for those with little or no prior knowledge of philosophy, such as A-level students or readers in Further Education courses, the first part of the book presents philosophical problems as thought experiments which stimulate and promote thought and debate. The second part contains solutions and further discussions, complete with a glossary of unfamiliar terms. The problems offer the reader a thorough grounding in the history of philosophical ideas and are discussed in a clear, concise and often humorous manner.
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