About this title: "Is there any knowledge in the world which is so certain that no reasonable man could doubt it?". Philosophy is the attempt to answer such ultimate questions, not carelessly and dogmatically, as we might deal with them in ordinary life, but critically, after analyzing how and why the questions arise in the first place and clarifying the assumptions and concepts on which they are based. This work, originally published in 1912, is an introduction to the theory of philosophical enquiry. It gives Russell's views on such subjects as the distinction between appearance and reality, the existence and ...
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Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Oxford University Press. A Galaxy Book
ISBN-13:9780198880189ISBN:0198880189
Description: Very good. Book has appearance of light use with no easily noticeable wear. Millions of satisfied customers and climbing. Thriftbooks is the name you can trust, guaranteed. Spend Less. Read More. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: A Galaxy Book
Date Published: 1965
Description: Good. This is the 1963 Edition. Binding is tight and square. Has some underlining and notes. Corners and edges slightly rubbed and bumped. Careful packaging and fast shipping. We recommend PRIORITY MAIL for even faster delivery! read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Cosimo Classics
Date Published: 2007-12-01
ISBN-13:9781605200255ISBN:1605200255
Description: Like New. May be shiny, in some instances dust jackets are not included, no missing pages, no damage to binding, may have a remainder mark. read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Description: Fair. B000OKG7HG This 1959 / 61 paperback evidences typical use; it has underlining, notes and markings. Its cover shows moderate shelf wear, a few creases; the spine is cocked but has a sticker at bottom. Your book will be carefully protected for transit in sturdy, weather-resistant packaging. We are prompt, efficient, communicative. read more
Binding: Trade Paperback
Publisher: Oxford University Press, New York
Date Published: 1961
Description: Fair. No Jacket as Issued. Much wear and scuffing to the covers. Inscription and previous owners name on the front hafl-title page. A few blue ink underlinings near the end of the text. Would make a good reading copy. Fourth printing from 1961. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Date Published: 1997
ISBN-13:9780195115529ISBN:019511552X
Description: Good. Minor shelf wear with "USED" sticker on back. Minor markings. GoodwillnyBooks is committed to providing each customer with the highest standard of customer service. You may return new items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. read more
Edition: 2nd ed. / introduced by John Skorupski.
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Oxford University Press, Oxford
Date Published: 2001
ISBN-13:9780192854230ISBN:0192854232
Description: Good. 128p. ; 20 cm. This ed. originally published: 1998. Includes index. Bibliography. read more
Description: Acceptable. Shows definite wear, and perhaps considerable marking on inside. Shipped to over 500, 000 happy customers! Your purchase benefits National Center for Family Literacy! read more
"Russell explains some of the most central ideas of philosophy. He does so by taking a very easy to understand approach that is great for people early in their exposure to philosophical ideas."
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