Philosophy

Catch your friends 'loading the dice', or broadcasters committing the 'fallacy of the complex question'. Learn how to spot false dichotomies, gambler's fallacies and unflagrant contradictions, and add 'slippery slopes' and 'post hoc fallacies' to your rhetorical toolkit. This book provides a rapid-fire selection of short, stimulating and entertaining capsules of philosophy. 

Author: Julian Baggini

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In this classic psychoanalytic dive, Sigmund Freud tackles the human obsession with faith, unpacking it as a protective mechanism born from childhood vulnerability. First published in 1927, this foundational work explores the age-old friction between scientific reason and religious belief, branding them as ultimate rivals. This specific W. W. Norton paperback belongs to the authorized Standard Edition, translated under the watchful eye of James Strachey. It kicks off with a brilliant biographical introduction by Yale professor Peter Gay, giving you a front-row seat into Freud’s mind. 

Author: Sigmund Freud

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Sophie's World by Jostein Gaarder follows Sophie Amundsen, a fourteen-year-old Norwegian girl who begins receiving a series of mysterious letters containing profound philosophical questions. Soon, she is swept into an extraordinary correspondence course covering the great thinkers of Western thought, from the pre-Socratics to Sartre. But as the lessons deepen, Sophie realizes she is caught in a baffling existential riddle that challenges the very nature of her own reality. Part gripping novel and part accessible history of philosophy, this brilliant book is an unforgettable journey through the ideas that shaped our world.

Author: Jostein Gaarder

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Explore the rich philosophical landscape of Buddhism with this clear, comprehensive guide by Stephen J. Laumakis. This academic textbook introduces readers to the fundamental teachings, historical development, and core philosophical concepts of the Buddhist tradition. The text systematically examines the life of the Buddha, the early development of the Dharma, and the subsequent evolution of major schools across India, China, Japan, and Tibet. Ideal for undergraduate students and scholars, it unpacks complex arguments surrounding metaphysics and epistemology, concluding with modern insights from the Dalai Lama and Thich Nhat Hanh.

Author: Stephen J. Laumakis

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Following the Moon by James Norbury, the bestselling creator of Big Panda and Tiny Dragon, is a soul-stirring, exquisitely illustrated fable published by Michael Joseph. Stranded in the silent mountains after a fierce snowstorm, a lost young pup named Amaya encounters a wise, aging wolf who saves her life. Together, this unlikely pair embarks on an unforgettable wilderness odyssey, following the moon across a cold, wintery landscape. As they journey through day and night, they discover profound truths about love, companionship, sacrifice, and the gentle art of embracing life’s inevitable changes. Rich with ancient proverb-like depth and beautiful hand-drawn artwork, this comforting illustrated edition offers hope and light for readers of all ages.

Author: James Norbury

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