Author: Vaughn
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0197698824
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 537
Book Description
Living Philosophy 4th Edition
Author: Vaughn
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0197698824
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 537
Book Description
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0197698824
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 537
Book Description
Philosophy Here and Now
Author: Lewis Vaughn
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780197543344
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
"Philosophy Here and Now: Powerful Ideas in Everyday Life, Fourth Edition, is a topically organized hybrid text/reader that helps students understand, appreciate, and even do philosophy. The book emphasizes philosophical writing, reinforced with step by step coaching in how to write argumentative essays and supported by multiple opportunities to hone critical thinking. It shows students how philosophy applies to their own lives and brings the subject to life with engaging chapter ending literary selections, abundant illustrations, and a wealth of pedagogical features"--
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780197543344
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
"Philosophy Here and Now: Powerful Ideas in Everyday Life, Fourth Edition, is a topically organized hybrid text/reader that helps students understand, appreciate, and even do philosophy. The book emphasizes philosophical writing, reinforced with step by step coaching in how to write argumentative essays and supported by multiple opportunities to hone critical thinking. It shows students how philosophy applies to their own lives and brings the subject to life with engaging chapter ending literary selections, abundant illustrations, and a wealth of pedagogical features"--
Philosophy through Film
Author: Amy Karofsky
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1135038597
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 402
Book Description
Many of the classic questions of philosophy have been raised, illuminated, and addressed in celluloid. In this Third Edition of Philosophy through Film, Mary M. Litch teams up with a new co-author, Amy Karofsky, to show readers how to watch films with a sharp eye for their philosophical content. Together, the authors help students become familiar with key topics in all of the major areas in Western philosophy and master the techniques of philosophical argumentation. The perfect size and scope for a first course in philosophy, the book assumes no prior knowledge of philosophy. It is an excellent teaching resource and learning tool, introducing students to key topics and figures in philosophy through thematic chapters, each of which is linked to one or more "focus films" that illustrate a philosophical problem or topic. Revised and expanded, the Third Edition features: A completely revised chapter on "Relativism," now re-titled "Truth" with coverage of the correspondence theory, the pragmatist theory, and the coherence theory. The addition of four new focus films: Inception, Moon, Gone Baby Gone, God on Trial. Revisions to the General Introduction that include a discussion of critical reasoning. Revisions to the primary readings to better meet the needs of instructors and students, including the addition of three new primary readings: excerpts from Bertrand Russell’s The Problems of Philosophy, from William James’ Pragmatism: A New Way for Some Old Ways of Thinking, and from J. L. Mackie’s "Evil and Omnipotence". Updates and expansion to the companion website, including a much expanded list of films relevant to the various subfields of philosophy. Films examined in depth include: Hilary and Jackie The Matrix Inception Memento Moon I, Robot Minority Report Crimes and Misdemeanors Gone Baby Gone Antz Equilibrium The Seventh Seal God on Trial Leaving Las Vegas
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1135038597
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 402
Book Description
Many of the classic questions of philosophy have been raised, illuminated, and addressed in celluloid. In this Third Edition of Philosophy through Film, Mary M. Litch teams up with a new co-author, Amy Karofsky, to show readers how to watch films with a sharp eye for their philosophical content. Together, the authors help students become familiar with key topics in all of the major areas in Western philosophy and master the techniques of philosophical argumentation. The perfect size and scope for a first course in philosophy, the book assumes no prior knowledge of philosophy. It is an excellent teaching resource and learning tool, introducing students to key topics and figures in philosophy through thematic chapters, each of which is linked to one or more "focus films" that illustrate a philosophical problem or topic. Revised and expanded, the Third Edition features: A completely revised chapter on "Relativism," now re-titled "Truth" with coverage of the correspondence theory, the pragmatist theory, and the coherence theory. The addition of four new focus films: Inception, Moon, Gone Baby Gone, God on Trial. Revisions to the General Introduction that include a discussion of critical reasoning. Revisions to the primary readings to better meet the needs of instructors and students, including the addition of three new primary readings: excerpts from Bertrand Russell’s The Problems of Philosophy, from William James’ Pragmatism: A New Way for Some Old Ways of Thinking, and from J. L. Mackie’s "Evil and Omnipotence". Updates and expansion to the companion website, including a much expanded list of films relevant to the various subfields of philosophy. Films examined in depth include: Hilary and Jackie The Matrix Inception Memento Moon I, Robot Minority Report Crimes and Misdemeanors Gone Baby Gone Antz Equilibrium The Seventh Seal God on Trial Leaving Las Vegas
Political Philosophy
Author: Adam Swift
Publisher: Polity
ISBN: 0745652379
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
Bringing political philosophy out of the ivory tower and within the reach of all, this book provides us with the tools to cut through the complexity of modern politics.
Publisher: Polity
ISBN: 0745652379
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
Bringing political philosophy out of the ivory tower and within the reach of all, this book provides us with the tools to cut through the complexity of modern politics.
The Meaning of Life
Author: Elmer Daniel Klemke
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
This is a revision of an anthology on the meaning of life intended for introduction to philosophy and human nature courses. It includes primarily the writings by philosophers but also offers some selections from literary figures and religious thinkers.
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
This is a revision of an anthology on the meaning of life intended for introduction to philosophy and human nature courses. It includes primarily the writings by philosophers but also offers some selections from literary figures and religious thinkers.
Living the Good Life
Author: Steven J. Jensen
Publisher: CUA Press
ISBN: 0813221455
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 217
Book Description
Living the Good Life presents a brief introduction to virtue and vice, self-control and weakness, misery and happiness.
Publisher: CUA Press
ISBN: 0813221455
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 217
Book Description
Living the Good Life presents a brief introduction to virtue and vice, self-control and weakness, misery and happiness.
Doing Philosophy: An Introduction Through Thought Experiments
Author: Lewis Vaughn
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN: 9780078038259
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Now in its fifth successful edition, Doing Philosophy helps students understand the nature and purpose of philosophical inquiry by explaining what philosophical problems are, how they can be solved, and why searching for solutions is important. The book traces the historical development of philosophical thinking on a number of central problems and shows how philosophical theories have evolved in response to criticism. By introducing students to philosophical theorizing and encouraging them to formulate their own views, Doing Philosophy inspires active learning and helps students become more accomplished critical thinkers. Instructors and students can now access their course content through the Connect digital learning platform by purchasing either standalone Connect access or a bundle of print and Connect access. McGraw-Hill Connect® is a subscription-based learning service accessible online through your personal computer or tablet. Choose this option if your instructor will require Connect to be used in the course. Your subscription to Connect includes the following: • SmartBook® - an adaptive digital version of the course textbook that personalizes your reading experience based on how well you are learning the content. • Access to your instructor’s homework assignments, quizzes, syllabus, notes, reminders, and other important files for the course. • Progress dashboards that quickly show how you are performing on your assignments and tips for improvement. • The option to purchase (for a small fee) a print version of the book. This binder-ready, loose-leaf version includes free shipping. Complete system requirements to use Connect can be found here: http://www.mheducation.com/highered/platforms/connect/training-support-students.html
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN: 9780078038259
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Now in its fifth successful edition, Doing Philosophy helps students understand the nature and purpose of philosophical inquiry by explaining what philosophical problems are, how they can be solved, and why searching for solutions is important. The book traces the historical development of philosophical thinking on a number of central problems and shows how philosophical theories have evolved in response to criticism. By introducing students to philosophical theorizing and encouraging them to formulate their own views, Doing Philosophy inspires active learning and helps students become more accomplished critical thinkers. Instructors and students can now access their course content through the Connect digital learning platform by purchasing either standalone Connect access or a bundle of print and Connect access. McGraw-Hill Connect® is a subscription-based learning service accessible online through your personal computer or tablet. Choose this option if your instructor will require Connect to be used in the course. Your subscription to Connect includes the following: • SmartBook® - an adaptive digital version of the course textbook that personalizes your reading experience based on how well you are learning the content. • Access to your instructor’s homework assignments, quizzes, syllabus, notes, reminders, and other important files for the course. • Progress dashboards that quickly show how you are performing on your assignments and tips for improvement. • The option to purchase (for a small fee) a print version of the book. This binder-ready, loose-leaf version includes free shipping. Complete system requirements to use Connect can be found here: http://www.mheducation.com/highered/platforms/connect/training-support-students.html
The Elements of Moral Philosophy 7e
Author: James Rachels
Publisher: McGraw Hill
ISBN: 0077147987
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Firmly established as the standard text for undergraduate courses in ethics, James Rachels and Stuart Rachels’ The Elements of Moral Philosophy introduces readers to major moral concepts and theories through eloquent explanations and compelling, thought-provoking discussions.
Publisher: McGraw Hill
ISBN: 0077147987
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Firmly established as the standard text for undergraduate courses in ethics, James Rachels and Stuart Rachels’ The Elements of Moral Philosophy introduces readers to major moral concepts and theories through eloquent explanations and compelling, thought-provoking discussions.
Developing Your Philosophy of Living and Leading
Author: Maureen K. LeBoeuf
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781092149501
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
What is your story? We all have them, and some of our stories are so memorable they impact the way we live the rest our lives. In the book, Developing Your Philosophy of Living & Leading One Moment at a Time, author Maureen LeBoeuf shares the stories that have affected not only how she lives her life, but also how she overcame obstacles, broke past the status quo, and grew to become leader starting at a very early age. This book takes us back to the author's childhood home, located in the quintessential small town of Olean, NY, where so many memorable moments first began to mold her. Maureen Keenan LeBoeuf is the daughter of a strict but loving Irish Catholic father and a brilliant and equally loving mother. She grew up with eight brothers and sisters, landing directly in the middle of the birth order. Having been surrounded by eight siblings her first lesson being how to share her birthday with a brother who was born one year to the day earlier.A golf ball through a window, a red ribbon, a broken ukulele and several other memories each lend themselves to an important life lesson that LeBoeuf shares with her readers. She describes how humiliated she felt when getting in trouble in 4th grade and being required to apologize to her teacher. She also illustrates how, over the years, she began developing as a leader when, as captain of the varsity cheerleaders determining the need for new uniforms, she boldly requested (and got!) a meeting with the high-school principal to present her case. Her stories take us through her time in college and describe how she began realizing the true roles and responsibilities of being a leader when she became the captain of the varsity swim team. LeBoeuf's childhood moments that mattered taught her how to comport herself when, as a young second lieutenant, she was required to join her fellow officers for a weekly officers call, where strippers performed regularly during the gatherings. Similar moments and lessons continued, for example, including how she handled her first experience leading a platoon of American soldiers made up of 85 men and no women. Tough, decision-making, and pivotal moments such as meeting her husband, also an Army officer, and navigating the challenges of being a dual-military couple; the struggles encountered while attending the Army's rotary wing flight program; becoming a parent in a world where there were very few dual-military couples and even fewer dual-military couples with children; the uncertainty of when and if she would be able to attend graduate school and be stationed with her husband at West Point; attending a rigorous military school and the decision to be away from her son, Jay, were each moments that often felt crushing yet continued to propel her forward. LeBoeuf goes on to discuss the death of her dad, which for her was completely devastating. Serving as the Director of Instruction with the Department of Physical Education (DPE), a supposedly amazing position that turned out to be less than amazing, culminated into what she describes as the worst two years of her Army career. These and more are the moments that have mattered and played a significant role in laying the foundation for the person and leader she has become.Using all of these experiences, all of these moments, allowed Maureen to develop her Leadership Philosophy -- which she was able to rely on with confidence when she became the Director and Head of DPE at the United States Military Academy (USMA) at West Point. As the Head of DPE, LeBoeuf became the first woman ever to chair a department in the history at USMA, a position that carries with it the unique and historic title, The Master of the Sword. During this period of leadership, Maureen's leadership philosophy was subscribed to throughout the department, and fortunately for the reader, we get to relive her time as Master of the Sword through the stories about how this philosophy was lived.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781092149501
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
What is your story? We all have them, and some of our stories are so memorable they impact the way we live the rest our lives. In the book, Developing Your Philosophy of Living & Leading One Moment at a Time, author Maureen LeBoeuf shares the stories that have affected not only how she lives her life, but also how she overcame obstacles, broke past the status quo, and grew to become leader starting at a very early age. This book takes us back to the author's childhood home, located in the quintessential small town of Olean, NY, where so many memorable moments first began to mold her. Maureen Keenan LeBoeuf is the daughter of a strict but loving Irish Catholic father and a brilliant and equally loving mother. She grew up with eight brothers and sisters, landing directly in the middle of the birth order. Having been surrounded by eight siblings her first lesson being how to share her birthday with a brother who was born one year to the day earlier.A golf ball through a window, a red ribbon, a broken ukulele and several other memories each lend themselves to an important life lesson that LeBoeuf shares with her readers. She describes how humiliated she felt when getting in trouble in 4th grade and being required to apologize to her teacher. She also illustrates how, over the years, she began developing as a leader when, as captain of the varsity cheerleaders determining the need for new uniforms, she boldly requested (and got!) a meeting with the high-school principal to present her case. Her stories take us through her time in college and describe how she began realizing the true roles and responsibilities of being a leader when she became the captain of the varsity swim team. LeBoeuf's childhood moments that mattered taught her how to comport herself when, as a young second lieutenant, she was required to join her fellow officers for a weekly officers call, where strippers performed regularly during the gatherings. Similar moments and lessons continued, for example, including how she handled her first experience leading a platoon of American soldiers made up of 85 men and no women. Tough, decision-making, and pivotal moments such as meeting her husband, also an Army officer, and navigating the challenges of being a dual-military couple; the struggles encountered while attending the Army's rotary wing flight program; becoming a parent in a world where there were very few dual-military couples and even fewer dual-military couples with children; the uncertainty of when and if she would be able to attend graduate school and be stationed with her husband at West Point; attending a rigorous military school and the decision to be away from her son, Jay, were each moments that often felt crushing yet continued to propel her forward. LeBoeuf goes on to discuss the death of her dad, which for her was completely devastating. Serving as the Director of Instruction with the Department of Physical Education (DPE), a supposedly amazing position that turned out to be less than amazing, culminated into what she describes as the worst two years of her Army career. These and more are the moments that have mattered and played a significant role in laying the foundation for the person and leader she has become.Using all of these experiences, all of these moments, allowed Maureen to develop her Leadership Philosophy -- which she was able to rely on with confidence when she became the Director and Head of DPE at the United States Military Academy (USMA) at West Point. As the Head of DPE, LeBoeuf became the first woman ever to chair a department in the history at USMA, a position that carries with it the unique and historic title, The Master of the Sword. During this period of leadership, Maureen's leadership philosophy was subscribed to throughout the department, and fortunately for the reader, we get to relive her time as Master of the Sword through the stories about how this philosophy was lived.
Living Philosophy
Author: Ray Billington
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1134453078
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
First published in 2003. Living Philosophy: An introduction to moral thought, Third edition is a thoroughly revised and updated version of its highly successful and popular predecessor. Incorporating several brand new case studies and discussion points, the book introduces central questions in ethical theory to the student and assumes no previous knowledge of philosophy.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1134453078
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
First published in 2003. Living Philosophy: An introduction to moral thought, Third edition is a thoroughly revised and updated version of its highly successful and popular predecessor. Incorporating several brand new case studies and discussion points, the book introduces central questions in ethical theory to the student and assumes no previous knowledge of philosophy.