This introduction to philosophy explores its fundamental nature, methods, and importance. It offers insights into philosophical inquiry and encourages readers to engage with critical thinking and reflective practices. The book serves as a guide for understanding philosophical concepts and applying them to everyday life, highlighting the relevance of philosophy in fostering a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world around us.
What is philosophy? How should we do it and why? This book is a clear and comprehensive introduction to the branch of philosophy which asks these questions about itself - metaphilosophy. Essential reading for students and practitioners of philosophy and accessible to others interested in the subject.
A welcome introduction to one of the most intellectually demanding areas of the undergraduate philosophy curriculum. The authors provide a clear framework within which students can fit contemporary developments in the Anglo-American tradition which provide the core themes of philosophy of mind and which connect to their other work in epistemology and philosophy of language.