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Problems of Philosophy
Book • 1912
In this book, Bertrand Russell delves into the core problems of philosophy, particularly focusing on epistemology.
He examines the distinction between appearance and reality, the nature of matter, and the types of knowledge we can have.
Russell introduces concepts such as 'sense-data' and contrasts them with physical objects, questioning the existence of external objects independent of our perception.
He also discusses the theories of various philosophers, including Plato, Aristotle, Descartes, and others, to lay the foundation for philosophical inquiry.
The book emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and the value of philosophy in challenging common sense and habitual beliefs.
He examines the distinction between appearance and reality, the nature of matter, and the types of knowledge we can have.
Russell introduces concepts such as 'sense-data' and contrasts them with physical objects, questioning the existence of external objects independent of our perception.
He also discusses the theories of various philosophers, including Plato, Aristotle, Descartes, and others, to lay the foundation for philosophical inquiry.
The book emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and the value of philosophy in challenging common sense and habitual beliefs.
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Steven West as an accessible and inexpensive book for beginners, offering a conversational approach to philosophical problems.
Steven West as an accessible and inexpensive book for beginners, offering a conversational approach to philosophical problems.
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#70 Philosophize This! - A Beginner's Guide to Philosophy
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Massimo Pigliucci as a classic work in philosophy, in the context of 
Julia Galef 's recommendation of Nick Bostrom's paper.
Massimo Pigliucci as a classic work in philosophy, in the context of Julia Galef 's recommendation of Nick Bostrom's paper.
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