Philosophy: The Quest for Truth (10th Edition)
Praised for its unique combination of accessibility and comprehensiveness, Philosophy: The Quest for Truth provides an excellent selection of ninety-five classical and contemporary readings covering twenty key problems in philosophy. The text is carefully organized to present pro/con dialogues, allowing for a direct comparison and contrast of various philosophical positions. This structure encourages critical engagement with the fundamental questions of human existence and knowledge.
Each of the ninety-five readings is accompanied by essential pedagogical tools, including study questions, end-of-reading reflective questions, and an individual introduction featuring a biographical sketch of the philosopher. The text further enhances the learning experience with a tutorial on logic and argument, a historical timeline, boldfaced key terms, a detailed glossary, and a practical appendix on reading and writing philosophy papers. Additionally, each major section opens with a substantial introduction and concludes with a targeted bibliography for further exploration.
Book Specifications
- Title: Philosophy: The Quest for Truth
- Author: Louis P. Pojman
- Edition: 10th Edition
- Publisher: Oxford University Press
- Publication Date: September 30, 2016
- ISBN-10: 0190254777
- ISBN-13: 978-0190254773
- Language: English
