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Classical Philosophy in a Nutshell explains the key ideas of the great philosophers of antiquity in an accessible, easy-to-understand format. Each chapter features helpful summaries of the main philosophical concepts and the biographies of both famous and lesser-known classical philosophers - as well as a few words on their relevance today. The book includes a diagram of the "Philosopher's Family Tree," flaps for easy place-keeping, a handy index, and a range of philosophers and schools…

What is truth? How can I lead an ethical life? Do I have free will? Throughout history, the world's great thinkers have sought to answer the most profound questions about our universe and have created compelling new ways of thinking. In this beautifully illustrated book, Michael Moore introduces you to the fascinating world of philosophy and its greatest practitioners. Ranging from epistemology to existentialism and featuring ideas from philosophers as varied as Plato, Immanuel Kant, and…