Introduction to the Philosophy of Science (in Paperback)
Review “Succeeds in being a balanced, up-to-date critical survey of some main topics in philosophy of science….In a mixed class of students, which span the range of familiarity with philosophy and science, O’Hear’s book is a good choice for the first text to be used, something which tells students what philosophy of science is all [...]
Doing Philosophy: A Practical Guide for Students (in Paperback)
Review ‘Anyone coming to the study of philosophy at university for the first time will find help here, and some more advanced students might gain from reading it, too…by offering a clear account of some of the barriers to successful engagement with philosophical texts and questions, and helping to overcome them, [the authors] have done [...]
Introduction to Philosophy: Classical and Contemporary Readings (in Paperback)
Review “Excellent on current issues of concern; e.g., man vs. machine. Zeno section is terrific!”–J. Anderson, Orange Coast College, CA”Excellent selections and organization.”–Gerald N. Callahan, Colorado State University”An excellent, comprehensive, well-balanced collection.”–David Detmer, Purdue University-Calumet”This book is a distillation of much of the best I was required to read and master as an undergradaute at [...]
Philosophy and Contemporary Issues (9th Edition) (in Paperback)
One of the most successful volumes in its field over the last 20 years, Philosophy and Contemporary Issues introduces today’s readers to philosophy with timely, approachable readings of philosophical significance. The authors strive to demonstrate how philosophy illuminates and helps solve some of the important problems facing contemporary man, and they encourage readers to engage [...]
Environmental Ethics: An Introduction with Readings (Philosophy and the Human Situation) (in Paperback)
Review “Benson’s excellent contribution to the growing field of environmental ethics will be of welcomed interest to all.” — Mark Woods, University of San DiegoBenson’s excellent contribution to the growing field of environmental ethics will be of welcomed interest to all.–Mark Woods, University of San DiegoBensons excellent contribution to the growing field of environmental ethics [...]