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Ever wonder what purpose philosophy serves? That question and others like it are the reason A PREFACE TO PHILOSOPHY was written. With this introduction to philosophy textbook, you'll get a headstart on philosophy class. Plus, it helps you learn to think philosophically, recognize philosophical problems, and avoid the common pitfalls involved in writing philosophical essays. Better grades and less stress in philosophy class makes A PREFACE TO PHILOSOPHY your best choice.
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A PREFACE TO PHILOSOPHY addresses foundational questions such as "What is a philosophical problem?", "What purposes does philosophy serve?", and "How does one go about doing philosophy?" It helps to ease the transition into a type of academic course for which most students have had little preparation. Saving instructors valuable class time for examining specific philosophical issues, this classic book?now in print for over thirty years?has helped thousands of students learn to think philosophically, recognize philosophical problems, and avoid the common pitfalls involved in writing critical philosophical essays.
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