
What Does It All Mean?
A Very Short Introduction to Philosophy
Thomas Nagel(Author)
Oxford University Press Inc
Published on 18. May 1989
Book
Paperback/Softback
112 pages
978-0-19-517437-3 (ISBN)
Description
In this cogent and accessible introduction to philosophy, the distinguished author of Mortal Questions and The View From Nowhere sets forth the central problems of philosophical inquiry for the beginning student. Arguing that the best way to learn about philosophy is to think about its questions directly, Thomas Nagel considers possible solutions to nine problems--knowledge of the world beyond our minds, knowledge of other minds, the mind-body problem, free will, the basis of morality, right and wrong, the nature of death, the meaning of life, and the meaning of words. Although he states his own opinions clearly, Nagel leaves these fundamental questions open, allowing students to entertain other solutions and encouraging them to think for themselves.
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Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 204 mm
Width: 137 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
101 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-517437-3 (9780195174373)
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Oxford University Press Inc
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Person
Thomas Nagel is Professor of Philosophy and Law at New York University.