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Description: The Philosophy Gym by Stephen Law For all those people who loved SOPHIES WORLD but wanted something more accessible, THE PHILOSOPHY GYM is the perfect brain-stretching companion FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Where did the universe come from Is time travel possible Are genetically designed babies morally acceptable If you have ever asked yourself such questions, then you have already begun to think philosophically. This book is for those who want to take the next step. Stephen Law poses questions about some of the most important philosophical issues of today - and of yesterday. Light-hearted questions about whether a pickled sheep is really art rub shoulders with more profound and time-honoured fears about whether God exists. In this radically new way of looking at philosophy, Stephen Law illustrates the problem with a story then lets both sides of the argument battle it out in clear, easily digestible and intelligent prose. And, by separating each issue into a distinct section, it is possible to dip in and out of in any order and at any time you like! Notes 25 easily digestible introductions to current philosophical questions. Ideal as a guide to dip into. Law is the editor of a new philosophy journal, Think. Author Biography Stephen Law is a lecturer in philosophy at Heythrop College, University of London, and was formerly Research Fellow in Philosophy at Queens College, Oxford. He received his doctoral degree in philosophy from the University of Oxford. Review Twenty-five philosophical chewing points...are presented and debated in jolly, demotic dialogues, intended as a sort of mental workout and beginners guide - Sunday Telegraph Promotional For all those people who loved SOPHIES WORLD but wanted something more accessible, THE PHILOSOPHY GYM is the perfect brain-stretching companion Long Description Where did the universe come from Is time travel possible Are genetically designed babies morally acceptable If you have ever asked yourself such questions, then you have already begun to think philosophically. This book is for those who want to take the next step. Stephen Law poses questions about some of the most important philosophical issues of today - and of yesterday. Light-hearted questions about whether a pickled sheep is really art rub shoulders with more profound and time-honoured fears about whether God exists. In this radically new way of looking at philosophy, Stephen Law illustrates the problem with a story then lets both sides of the argument battle it out in clear, easily digestible and intelligent prose. And, by separating each issue into a distinct section, it is possible to dip in and out of in any order and at any time you like! Review Quote Twenty-five philosophical chewing points...are presented and debated in jolly, demotic dialogues, intended as a sort of mental workout and beginners guide - Sunday Telegraph Promotional "Headline" For all those people who loved SOPHIES WORLD but wanted something more accessible, THE PHILOSOPHY GYM is the perfect brain-stretching companion Description for Sales People As an introduction to clear thinking, its terrific....occasionally it does us a great deal of good to think things out from first principles. The Philosophy Gym will be a vivid, enlightening, and amusing companion in this process Philip Pullman Laws book is an admirable introduction to a range of philosophical paradoxes The Times Details ISBN0747232717 Author Stephen Law Pages 304 Publisher Headline Publishing Group Year 2004 ISBN-10 0747232717 ISBN-13 9780747232711 Format Paperback Publication Date 2004-03-01 Subtitle 25 Short Adventures in Thinking Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 100 Media Book Illustrations 40 line illustrations Imprint Headline Review Short Title The Philosophy Gym UK Release Date 2004-03-01 Audience General NZ Release Date 2004-04-14 AU Release Date 2004-04-14 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:597072;

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