The Philosophy Workbook

A practical, hands-on introduction to philosophy written in jargo-free language, this text introduces philosophy using a step-by-step approach. It aims to both engage the reader in philosophical activity and explain the subject matter of philosophy without diluting it. The book is designed to develop skills which promote independent thought. The learning aims, concepts and skills for each chapter are clearly set out and are followed by a series of graded exercises which guide readers through the central topics of philosophy. At each stage, readers are encouraged to react to suggested answers and to complete revision tasks. Users of the workbook should learn how to do philosophy: analyse philosophical questions; distinguish between analytical and continental approaches; and assess the arguments developed by philosophers ranging from Plato, Descartes, Kant and Nietzsche to Aristotle, Duns Scotus, Mill and de Beauvoir.