Philosophy: 100 Essential Thinkers
by Philip Stokes
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It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it. Aristotle Philosophy showcases the major philosophers of the western tradition. Written with the general reader in mind, it provides an ideal introduction to their ideas and the effect those ideas have had on the wider world. Concise and informative, the text introduces the basic concepts behind each philosopher's work, together with biographical and historical details. Easy-to-use and a stimulating show more read, this book is an ideal reference for anybody interested in philosophy, and especially for those who want a clear, entertaining exposition of the ideas that shape the way we think. Key features -A-Z format, covering the ideas of many of history's most influential thinkers, from Aristotle and Cicero to controversial contemporary philosophers such as Peter Singer and Jacques Derrida - At-a-glance summaries of the major works of each philosopher featured. show lessTags
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Exceptionally readable. Loved the cross-connections noted among philosophers of different eras.
Philosophy 100 Essential Thinkers by Philip Stokes is a pocket reference of philosophers in general terms. Stokes is British-born Thai philosopher. He completed his BA in philosophy in 1993 at the University of Reading, and his MA in philosophy in 1995 at University of Bristol, both in the United Kingdom. In 2011, Stokes was teaching English language and critical thinking skills at Thai University.
This is a handy guide for those looking for a philosopher to study up on or perhaps refresh your memory. If you can't remember where Engels, Marx, and Lenin differed in ideology this book can help. Again it is all in simple terms and by no means complete. Thomas Aquinas is covered, but no mention of his Just War Theory. Each philosopher gets show more between one and three pages so much is left out. However, the number of philosophers covered makes up for the quantity of information. It essentially covers Thales of Miletus to Noam Chomsky. The coverage of the different schools of philosophy, overall, is well done.
Philosophy 100 Essential Thinkers does a fine job of completing what it sets out to do. It is an excellent quick reference. It also provides a map to the history philosophy allowing the reader to search his or her own interest. Stokes also creates starting points for the reader to expand on with additional works. In the Kindle edition, there are also quick links in the text that allow the reader to follow concepts shared between or expanded upon by other philosophers. show less
This is a handy guide for those looking for a philosopher to study up on or perhaps refresh your memory. If you can't remember where Engels, Marx, and Lenin differed in ideology this book can help. Again it is all in simple terms and by no means complete. Thomas Aquinas is covered, but no mention of his Just War Theory. Each philosopher gets show more between one and three pages so much is left out. However, the number of philosophers covered makes up for the quantity of information. It essentially covers Thales of Miletus to Noam Chomsky. The coverage of the different schools of philosophy, overall, is well done.
Philosophy 100 Essential Thinkers does a fine job of completing what it sets out to do. It is an excellent quick reference. It also provides a map to the history philosophy allowing the reader to search his or her own interest. Stokes also creates starting points for the reader to expand on with additional works. In the Kindle edition, there are also quick links in the text that allow the reader to follow concepts shared between or expanded upon by other philosophers. show less
Picked this up from a remainder bin, and it's a handy little reference book of Western thought. Illustrations and snappy one-page summaries of 100 thinkers, arranged chronologically by groups such as the Pre-socratics and the Existentialists. Good public transport or restroom reading.
Book gives a snappy overview of 100 of the greatest philosphers, located within the school of thought to which their work belongs. Easy and engaging read and a handy reference book.
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Philip Stokes graduated with a BA (Hons) in Philosophy from the University of Reading, where he is now on the faculty. He also has a master's degree from Bristol University.
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- Original title
- Philosophy: 100 Essential Thinkers
- Original publication date
- 2002
- Epigraph
- Introduction -- There are more things in Heaven and Earth, Horatio, than are dreamed of in your philosophy -- Hamlet, I v
- First words
- When Shakespeare's Hamlet utters those memorable lines, he is worrying about the spirit of his dead father haunting both the battlements of the castle and his own troubled mind.
- Last words
- (Click to show. Warning: May contain spoilers.)If Hamlet is right, Horatio's only response is to continue to expand the limits of his thought, in other words, to continue to dream.
- Original language
- English
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- Philosophy, Nonfiction, General Nonfiction, History, Biography & Memoir
- DDC/MDS
- 190 — Philosophy and Psychology Modern western philosophy Modern western and other noneastern philosophy
- LCC
- BD21 .S76 — Philosophy, Psychology and Religion Speculative philosophy Speculative philosophy General philosophical works
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