{"product_id":"the-philosophers-toolkit-a-compendium-of-philosophical-concepts-and-methods-paperback","title":"The Philosopher's Toolkit: A Compendium of Philosophical Concepts and Methods - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003ePeter S. Fosl\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eJulian Baggini\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA new edition of the bestselling guide to the study of philosophy: the ideal intellectual 'toolkit' for sharpening analytical skills and building philosophical acuity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether used as a guide to basic principles or a resource for key concepts and methods, \u003ci\u003e The Philosopher's Toolkit\u003c\/i\u003e equips readers with all the intellectual 'tools' necessary for engaging closely with philosophical argument and developing fluency in the methods and language of philosophical inquiry. Featuring accessible explanations, practical examples, and expert guidance, this text empowers readers to understand traditional philosophical thinking and to engage with new ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFocuses on the practical methods and concepts necessary for philosophical inquiry\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePresents a versatile resource for both novice and advanced students in areas of philosophy, critical theory, and rhetoric\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdopts a pluralistic approach to teaching philosophy, making this a suitable resource for many courses\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDelivers extensive cross-referenced entries, recommended readings, and updated online resources\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCovers an array of topics, from basic tools of argumentation to sophisticated philosophical principles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFully revised and updated to include new topics and entries as well as expanded recommended reading lists to encourage further study\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Fosl and Baggini have written a text that is crisp, clear, careful, coherent, and comprehensive. And--alliteration aside--it's a joy to read.\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRobert Arp, Philosophy Instructor and Researcher, US Department of Defense\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the nearly twenty years since it was first published, \u003ci\u003eThe Philosopher's Toolkit\u003c\/i\u003e has become a breakaway bestseller, helping readers all over the world to develop philosophical literacy and fluency in the foundations of philosophical thinking. Clear, comprehensive, and written in a highly accessible style, this compendium of essential philosophical methods, concepts, and terminology combines precise definitions with concise explanations and thoughtful suggestions for their practical application. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNow in its third edition, \u003ci\u003eThe Philosopher's Toolkit\u003c\/i\u003e offers revised and expanded coverage of metaphysics, logic, the philosophy of science, and continental philosophy. Many of the original entries have been enhanced, extended, and updated, and a more extensive list of recommended readings reflects an evolving multimedia landscape, identifying the most useful and stable supplementary digital resources to support classroom use. As in prior editions, the short entries collected here are deeply informed by the history of philosophy and are fortified by lively examples that help readers grasp sophisticated philosophical concepts and principles. The book is organized alphabetically by tool, and runs the gamut from the basics of argument, rhetoric, and reasoning to the formation of radical critiques of knowledge and the limits of philosophical methodology. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccessible to the non-specialist yet trusted by working philosophers, \u003ci\u003eThe Philosopher's Toolkit\u003c\/i\u003e has guided thousands of readers through the principles of effective reasoning and critique without sacrificing nuance. This latest edition strengthens its reputation as an unparalleled introduction and quick reference resource for anyone interested in becoming proficient with the tools of the philosophical trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeter S. Fosl\u003c\/b\u003e is Professor of Philosophy and Chair of PPE at Transylvania University, Kentucky. He is author of \u003ci\u003eHume's Scepticism\u003c\/i\u003e (2020), co-author of \u003ci\u003eThe Critical Thinking Toolkit\u003c\/i\u003e (Wiley Blackwell, 2016) and \u003ci\u003eThe Ethics Toolkit\u003c\/i\u003e (Wiley Blackwell, 2007), editor of \u003ci\u003eThe Big Lebowski and Philosophy\u003c\/i\u003e (Wiley Blackwell, 2012), and co-editor of \u003ci\u003ePhilosophy: The Classic Readings\u003c\/i\u003e (Wiley Blackwell, 2009). \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJulian Baggini\u003c\/b\u003e is Academic Director of the Royal Institute of Philosophy and an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Kent. He was the founding editor of \u003ci\u003eThe Philosophers' Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e and has written for numerous newspapers and magazines, as well as for the think tanks The Institute of Public Policy Research, Demos, and Counterpoint. He is the author, co-author, or editor of over 20 books, including \u003ci\u003eHow the World Thinks, The Virtues of the Table, The Ego Trick, Freedom Regained, \u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Edge of Reason\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 384\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 x 9 x 5.9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 23, 2020\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47447734878386,"sku":"9781119103219","price":46.17,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/3891\/1666\/files\/ecee44f4d69c123b8ea2b60dedbe1597.webp?v=1778744912","url":"https:\/\/box.dadyminds.org\/products\/the-philosophers-toolkit-a-compendium-of-philosophical-concepts-and-methods-paperback","provider":"DADYMINDS BOX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}