Philosophy in Practice is a completely new kind of introductory philosophy textbook, focusing on philosophy as an activity, rather than as a doctrine. At its heart is a stimulating sequence of exercises, activities and examples which lead the student directly into philosophical thinking and arguing. The book is divided into three parts, concentrating on issues of reason, experience, and reality. Each is covered in a way that makes clear both the key connections between metaphysics, epistemology and ethics, and the main trends in the history of philosophy. It provides the ideal general introduction to philosophy.
I read this introductory philosophy textbook when I was trying to determine whether or not I was certain I wanted to go back to school to get my MA and then hopefully later my Ph.D in philosophy. This book helped me to feel more comfortable with doing that while giving me a solid understanding of most introductory concepts in the field I've chosen. For that reason, this book will always be important to me.
یه کتاب خوب واسه آشنایی با فلسفه. ولی یک کم "شک گرایی" رو بیش از حد تاکید و تقویت می کنه. تا جایی که ممکنه وقتی به آخرش می رسین این علامت سوال بزرگ واستون ایجاد بشه که نکنه تمام فلسفه فقط شکاکی و زیر سوال بردن گزاره هاست . حتی یه گزاره خیلی عادی مثل اینکه دنیای خارجی وجود دارد. "