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The Philosophy Files

By Stephen Law

Big questions, quirky aliens, and surprising answers—what if reality isn’t what it seems?

engaging thought-provoking accessible

Genres

Non-fiction Politics/Philosophy

What is The Philosophy Files about?

Is there a God? Should I eat meat? Where does the universe come from? Could I live forever as a robot? These are the big questions readers will wrestle with in this thoroughly enjoyable book. Dip into any chapter and you will find lively scenarios and dialogues to take you through philosophical puzzles ancient and modern, involving virtual reality, science fiction and a host of characters from this and other planets. The text is interspersed on every page with lively cartoons, and there is a list of philosophical jargon at the end.

About the author

Stephen Law is a British philosopher, teacher and author who enjoys helping people think carefully about big questions. He writes in a clear, lively way and makes ideas fun to explore. His well-known books include The Philosophy Files, Really, Really Big Questions and The Philosophy Gym. Stephen encourages curious readers to ask questions and share their ideas.

Pages

214 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

This edition

2002

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