How Philosophy Works, DK
How Philosophy Works, DK
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How Philosophy Works
The Concepts Explained

Author: DK

Narrator: Daniel Philpott

Unabridged: 9 hr 19 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: DK

Published: 08/11/2020

Categories: Nonfiction, Philosophy


Synopsis

From Socrates to Jean-Paul Sartre and dualism to existentialism, discover the key philosophers and theories which have shaped the way we view the world.

Demystifying the key ideas of the world's greatest philosophers, and exploring all of the most important branches of thought including philosophy of science, philosophy
of religion and feminist philosophy in a uniquely visual way, this book is the perfect introduction to the history of philosophy.

A clear and accessible guide to philosophy, How Philosophy Works combines bold infographics and jargon-free text to demystify fundamental concepts. Covering everything from ethics to epistemology and phenomenology, the book presents the ideas and theories of key philosophical traditions and philosophers - from Plato and Socrates to Nietzsche and Wittgenstein via Kant - in a novel, easy-to-understand way.

Its infographics will help you to understand the elements of philosophy on a conceptual level and, by tackling life's "big questions", it will help you to look at the world in an entirely new way.

With its unique graphic approach and clear, authoritative text, How Philosophy Works is the perfect introduction to philosophy, and the ideal companion to DK's The Philosophy Book in the "Big Ideas" series.

© 2019 Dorling Kindersley Ltd © 2020 DK Audio

About The Author

DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world leading illustrated reference publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann. DK publishes highly visual, photographic non-fiction for adults and children. DK produces content for consumers in over 100 countries and over 60 languages, with offices in the UK, India, US, Germany, China, Canada, Spain and Australia.DK's aim is to inspire, educate and entertain readers of all ages, and everything DK publishes, whether print or digital, embodies the unique DK design approach. DK brings unrivalled clarity to a wide range of topics, with a unique combination of words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. We have a reputation for innovation in design for both print and digital products.Our adult range spans travel, including the award-winning DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, history, science, nature, sport, gardening, cookery and parenting. DK’s extensive children’s list showcases a fantastic store of information for children, toddlers and babies. DK covers everything from animals and the human body, to homework help and craft activities, together with an impressive list of licensing titles, including the best-selling LEGO® books.DK acts as the parent company for Alpha Books, publisher of the Idiot's Guides series.https://www.dk.com/


Reviews

Goodreads review by Dr. Appu on February 17, 2024

If you are someone who wants to have a more profound knowledge of philosophy or someone who wants to know the basics of philosophy, this book will be a great choice. The basics and branches of philosophy are discussed in detail with the help of beautiful diagrams. The ideas of great philosophers like......more

Goodreads review by Mircea on June 09, 2024

O carte excelentă pentru începători. Îmi pare rău că n-am citit-o mai devreme. Ilustrațiile sunt foarte reușite. Nu mi-a plăcut că a ignorat complet estetica. Recomand......more

Goodreads review by Raphael on January 11, 2022

Nice, simple explanations. However, I'm not sure about the "visually explained" because the graphics are random and don't explain much. plus, they are not artistic nor beautiful......more

Goodreads review by Nicholas on July 13, 2020

This is an excellent introductory book on the development of Western philosophy throughout the past two and a half millennia. The material is accessible for anyone with a heart for learning about the competing ideas that have plagued mankind. Each subject and/or person's idea is summarized and beaut......more

Goodreads review by Igor on May 17, 2022

Ok, it is basic. Still good as an introduction or quick revision.......more