Peter Cave ist ein Philosoph, dessen Werk sich der Erforschung grundlegender philosophischer Fragen widmet und diese einem breiten Publikum zugänglich macht. Durch seine Bücher und Vorträge regt er die Leser an, über komplexe Konzepte nachzudenken, und bietet ihnen neue Perspektiven auf die menschliche Existenz und die Welt um uns herum. Sein fesselnder Ansatz entmystifiziert tiefgründige Ideen und lädt die Leser ein, am fortlaufenden Dialog der philosophischen Forschung teilzunehmen.
Man kann nicht alles haben? Entweder schön oder schlau? Falsch gedacht! Denn nicht denken macht auch nicht schön, Intelligenz aber sexy. Trainieren Sie also Ihr Hirn, und denken Sie selbst! Kann ein Mörder unschuldig sein? Ist es für Atheisten einfacher, in den Himmel zu kommen? Und sagt jemand, der zugibt zu lügen, die Wahrheit?
Ultimate soldier. Ultimate mission. But will the SAS be able to defeat what awaits them inside a top secret Nazi research facility?
Discover how philosophy can shine a light on the world's most divisive issues.
Everything you ever wanted to know about philosophy in 35 bite size chapters.
Self, Individuality and Learning in Elementary Education
Focusing on the tension between individual independence and social interdependence, this book presents an in-depth analysis of two primary schools in Japan's Kinki district. Through detailed study, it explores how these themes manifest in the educational environment, shedding light on broader societal discussions within Japanese culture.
33 Perplexing Philosophy Puzzles
In this fun and entertaining book of puzzles and paradoxes, Peter Cave introduces some of life’s most important questions with tales and tall stories, reasons and arguments, common sense and bizarre conclusions. From speedy tortoises to getting into heaven, paradoxes and puzzles give rise to some of the most exciting problems in philosophy—from logic to ethics and from art to politics. Illustrated with quirky cartoons throughout, Can A Robot Be Human? takes the reader on a taster tour of the most interesting and delightful parts of philosophy. It’s for everyone who puzzles about the world!
Peter Cave’s best-selling trio of humorous philosophy titles — What’s Wrong With Eating People?, Can a Robot be Human?, and Do Llamas Fall in Love? — brought together in one big book.What makes me, me – and you, you?What is this thing called ‘love’? Does life have a point?Is ‘no’ the right answer to this question?Philosophy transports us from the wonderful to the weird, from the funny to the very serious indeed. With the aid of tall stories, jokes, fascinating insights and common sense, Peter Cave offers a comprehensive survey of all areas of philosophy, addressing the big puzzles in ethics and politics, metaphysics and knowledge, religion and the emotions, aesthetics and logic. Replete with a smorgasbord of amusing and mind-boggling examples, The Big Think Book is perfect for anyone who delights in life’s conundrums.
A bestselling thinker combines theory and practice in this essential primer to the most popular branch of philosophy
Is it possible to lead a meaningful life without God?
Peter Cave once again takes the reader on a witty, engaging romp through a glorious compendium of philosophical puzzles. With the aid of tall stories, jokes, common sense, and bizarre insights, Cave tackles some of life’s most important questions and introduces the conundrums that will keep you pondering throughout the night. Illustrated with dozens of quirky cartoons, Do Llamas Fall in Love? leaves no stone unturned, covering a smorgasbord of topics including logic, ethics, art, and politics. It will provide a perfect gift for anyone who puzzles about the world!
