This book offers a very readable yet thorough introduction to major questions and issues of philosophy. The historical approach is combined with a thematic treatment of philosophical subjects. Discussions of both classical and contemporary philosophers are included within the historical chapters, while the thematic chapters clarify the meanings of such philosophical terms as: logic, ethics, epistemology, metaphysics, and political philosophy in addition to outlining the scope and depth of the problems addressed within these sub-categories. A chapter on oriental philosophy is also included.
Offers an introduction to major questions and issues of philosophy. This book includes discussions of both classical and contemporary philosophers. It clarifies the meanings of such philosophical terms as: logic, ethics, epistemology, metaphysics, and political philosophy. It also includes a chapter on oriental philosophy.
