This Is Philosophy

[b]THIS IS PHILOSOPHY[/b] “The second edition of [i]This is Philosophy[/i] improves upon an excellent first edition. This clear, succinct book is quite possibly the best introduction to Western philosophy on the market.” —Gregory Morgan, [i]Stevens Institute of Technology[/i]“This is a terrific book. The writing is not only extremely clear, it is downright gripping—with relevant and detailed examples at every turn. Steven Hales has produced not just a great little introduction to philosophy—he has produced a great little book in philosophy, period.” —Michael Lynch, [i]University of Connecticut[/i]“Hales clearly explains important philosophical ideas with a minimum of jarg…