Presents an introduction to philosophy that explores life's important but often unanswered questions. This title helps readers explore the history of thought and the great thinkers and learn how to think rationally for themselves. It features mind-teasers, optical illusions and thought experiments.

A brilliantly entertaining and original introduction to philosophy for teenagers

A philosophical but fun look at the meanings of Christmas myths and rituals, from carving the turkey to why Santa wears red.

Helps you examine the ideas and traditions of Western and Eastern thought. This work teaches you to understand the major issues, theories and problems at the heart of philosophy. It also addresses such questions as - Where do we come from? What is the perfect model for society? What is the meaning of life?

Where did the universe come from? Is time travel possible? Are genetically designed babies morally acceptable? This book is intended for those who want to take the next step. It poses questions about some of the most important philosophical issues.

An adventure in thinking. The follow up to the hugely successful 'Philosophy Files'.

A collection of essays which introduce the issues faced by Israel and Palestine from a philosophical perspective.

Behind headlines on the conflict in Iraq and global terrorism, a much deeper battle is raging over children and the values they should adopt. This work exposes the weaknesses of arguments calling for a return to authoritarian styles of moral education. It shows that thinking for oneself does not mean that all moral points of view are equally good.

Philosophy for AS and A2 is the definitive textbook for students of Advanced Subsidiary or Advanced Level courses. The book is structured directly around the AQA specification, devoting a chapter each to the six themes covered by the syllabus.

Presents informative biographical portraits of 50 names in the history of human thought. This book contains chapters charting the personal life and intellectual breakthroughs of one philosopher and, focuses on a straightforward explanation of their grand idea.

Philosophy for AS and A2 is the definitive textbook for students of Advanced Subsidiary or Advanced Level courses. The book is structured directly around the AQA specification, devoting a chapter each to the six themes covered by the syllabus.

Presents a defence of the humane, liberal life. Tackling questions, such as how do we raise good children? and featuring examples, this book asks us to re-evaluate the liberal tradition of thinking about morality. It argues that children should learn about right and wrong, and respect for others.

A guide to climate change that not only gives reasonable answers to the big questions surrounding the issue, but also takes us inside the corridors of power and the basements of the United Nations, where countries are engaged in a game of climate-change poker.