Students of art, lovers of philosophy, can you recommend a book I can buy as a gift for a friend?
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posted by Chichibio
on Jul 25, 2012 -
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I am looking for one single book, perhaps a college-level read (not much higher), that explains the case for atheism. I'm not looking for any 'new atheist books', though I have enjoyed them -- especially Harris. I have read Bertrand Russell as well. I have a few atheist friends but do not want to talk to them about this as I am a Christian and don't want to give them the impression that I want to change them or judge them. I just want more exposure to it in a sincere and kind fashion without short bumper sticker like explanations. (BTW, I don't look at my friends as "Hey, here come my 'atheist' friends! But mainly here comes "Bob" and "Joe". I just don't think it is right to bug them about their positions or lack thereof. <--Not sure how to state that.) Thanks in advance for your book recommendation.
posted by snap_dragon
on Jul 3, 2011 -
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How do I do a good literature review for a research paper in philosophy? I have access to good resources, but I really want to make sure that I cover everything that's been written on the topic. How can I put myself at ease while making sure I don't miss a beat?
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posted by superiorchicken
on Jun 23, 2010 -
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They shouldn't let people like me attend used book sales, but now that the damage is done: how and where to begin reading Sartre?
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posted by notquitemaryann
on Nov 4, 2009 -
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Philosophy Filter: What are some fresh and interesting questions or topics in philosophy?
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posted by k.
on Sep 6, 2009 -
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Readers, Psychologist, Philosophers or Writers Please,
How not to get confused and feel unsetteled after reading different books and Theories?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 13, 2009 -
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Hi, I am currently attempting Nietzsche's
Thus Spoke Zarathustra with some difficulty. What I'm really looking for is a chapter-by-chapter explanation of the book; the meanings, metaphors, and significance of the characters and events. Thanks in advance.
posted by FuckingAwesome
on Feb 23, 2009 -
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I'm looking for links to anecdotes, discussions, quotes, etc., anything dealing with not reading philosophy texts all the way through or misreading philosophy texts.
This link to Maverick Philosoher's Blog shows the type of thing I am looking for. It was actually this thread that got me wondering where I could collect more known examples:
posted by Gnostic Novelist
on Feb 19, 2007 -
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