Constructing a Life Philosophy more books like this

by Mary E Williams (Editor)

In this newly updated volume, thinkers such as M. Scott Peck, Niccolo Machiavelli, Paul Kurtz, and Pema Chodron offer readers an engaging overview of humanity's perennial investigation into the meaning of life. Chapters include: How Do Religions Give Life Meaning? What Motivates Moral Behavior? What Principles Should Guide Our Lives?

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Philosophy Rocks! more books like this

by Stephen Law, Daniel Postgate (Illustrator)

An accessible and hip way to tackle philosophical issues, this book is a fun and educational romp through thought provoking questions with whimsical drawings and witty humor.

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Animal Experimentation: Cruelty or Science? more books like this

by Nancy Day

Discusses issues surrounding animal experimentation, including animal rights, medical breakthroughs, and alternatives to animal experimentaion.

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Albert more books like this

by Lani Yamamoto (Illustrator)

Albert is a little boy with big ideas and even bigger questions. The first in a three-book philosophy series, this title about a quirky, lovable thinker is a disarmingly witty yet simple story that introduces the concept of infinity to young readers. Illustrations.

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Cloning more books like this

by Tamara L Roleff (Editor)

As more and more animals are successfully cloned, society continues to debate whether cloning research should be permitted. Scientists, politicians, and seriously ill patients examine the issue of cloning and the issues of whether cloning is ethical, whether cloning research can cure diseases, whether adult or embryonic stem cells should be used ...

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The Will to Be Free: A Philosophy for Young People more books like this

by Valentin Wember

Wember describes a path that enables us to become free. This freedom?which is unrelated to political or other forms of outer freedom?depends on the individual's inner activity. We cannot become free, he states, unless we enliven our volitional forces. The author brings his ideas alive by relating them to practical, everyday situations. He offers ...

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Bertrand Russell more books like this

by Bertrand Arthur Russell, Ann A. Redpath (Editor), Etienne Delessert (Illustrator)

Even children have asked: Who am I? How should I live? What does life mean? Almost everyone seeks the answer to these questions at one time or another. This rewarding series for young adults presents four well-known thinkers and their ideas on these profound issues.

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Physician-Assisted Suicide more books like this

by Daniel Leone (Editor)

Modern medical technology enables people to live longer than ever before, but also causes terminally ill patients to suffer prolonged and painful deaths. Authors in this anthology debate whether doctors should be allowed to help such patients end their own lives.

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Free Speech: From Newspapers to Music Lyrics more books like this

by Karen Zeinert

-- These over-100-page titles present the facts and analyze some of the most controversial topics in today's news. -- Offers excellent and up-to-date information for reports or debates. -- Helps teenagers to begin developing critical thinking skills.

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Constructing a Life Philosophy more books like this

by Mark Ray Schmidt

- Current book and periodical bibliographies - Lists of organizations to contact - Critical thinking activities and discussion questions - Illustrations, inserts, and cartoons - Titles continually revised and updated - Biographical sketch of authors - Paper and durable library bindings

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Genetic Engineering more books like this

by Scott Barbour (Editor)

Plants, humans and microorganisms are all subjects of genetic engineering, a procedure with potential to intentionally eliminate diseases and modify physical traits. But what alterations are safe and ethical? This anthology explores issues raised by the promises of genetic science, genetically modified foods and human cloning.

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Bioethics: Who Lives, Who Dies, and Who Decides? more books like this

by Linda Jacobs Altman

- Attractive layout with full-color printing - Contemporary issues - Allows young people to make up their own minds - Supports the History/Social Studies curriculum; individual titles may also support the Science or Health curriculum

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Quotes for Kids: Today's Interpretations of Timeless Quotes Designed to Nurture the Young Spirit more books like this

by Lisa Meyer, Dan Holt (Illustrator)

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Socrates for Kids more books like this

by S Sage Essman, Ph.D.

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The Ethics of Capital Punishment more books like this

by Nick Fisanick (Editor)

The current debate surrounding capital punishment is complicated and involves legal, civil, philosophical, and religious issues. This anthology explores the ethical arguments involved, from the rights of the condemned to the rights of their victims, and to the rights of society as a whole.

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Philosophy for Teens more books like this

by Sharon M Kaye

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Medical Ethics: Life and Death Issues more books like this

by Karen Judson

-- These over-100-page titles present the facts and analyze some of the most controversial topics in today's news. -- Offers excellent and up-to-date information for reports or debates. -- Helps teenagers to begin developing critical thinking skills.

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Humanism, What's That?: A Book for Curious Kids more books like this

by Helen Bennett

This work is aimed at ages 10+. Complete with discussion questions, suggestions for activities, and a bibliography, this innovative approach to presenting humanism to young adults will be welcome by parents and teachers looking to expose their children or students to a secular philosophic perspective.

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Fire in the Heart more books like this

by Dr. Deepak Chopra

By recounting his own experiences at age fifteen, Deepak Chopra, a noted Hindu author and physician, provides a blueprint for teens who are seeking their own spiritual paths. Book available.

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Biomedical Ethics more books like this

by Roman Espejo (Editor)

Recent developments in biomedical research have the potential to radically transform modern medicine. The ethical dilemmas that these advances raise are discussed in the following chapters: Is Human Cloning Ethical? What Ethics Should Guide Organ Donations? Are Reproductive Technologies Ethical? What Ethics Should Guide Genetic Research?

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The Trial of Socrates more books like this

by Don Nardo

Presents a biographical sketch of this fourth-century Greek philosopher before focusing on his trial and conviction and its legacy.

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Henry David Thoreau: Writer, Thinker, Naturalist more books like this

by Pat McCarthy

Each biography in this series portrays a famous American of the 18th, 19th or early 20th century who has made a significant impact on American history. Great for reports, the subjects of these biographies are frequently mentioned in social studies and English classes. Titles contain fact boxes, maps, a chronology, chapter notes, a glossary, a ...

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George Santayana more books like this

by David Carter

A biography of the Spanish-born philosopher and author.

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The Ethics of Abortion more books like this

by Christine Watkins (Editor)

The abortion debate is as active today as it was in 1973 with Roe v. Wade. The goal of many politicians and organizations is to make abortion illegal, while others actively and vehemently defend a woman's legal right to choose. This anthology addresses the many current issues pertinent to this debate.

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Animal Experimentation and Testing more books like this

by Geraldine Woods

Examines both sides of the debate on animal experimentation and testing, as well as possible alternatives to such experimentation.

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