Aimed at readers coming to philosophy for the first time, this text provides an overview of the main debates within the discipline, including epistemology, metaphysics, logic, ethics, philosophy of mind, philosophy of science, political philosophy, aesthetics & continental philosophy.Fundamentals of Philosophyis a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the major topics in philosophy and is designed to be used as a companion to any undergraduate philosophy course. Each chapter provides an authoritative overview of topics commonly taught at the undergraduate level, focusing on the major issues that typically arise when studying the subject. Discussions are up to date and written in an engaging manner so as to provide students with the core building-blocks of their degree course. Helpful exercises are included at the end of each chapter, as well as bibliographies and annotated further reading sections. This textbook brings together specially commissioned articles by leading philosophers.
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