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The Oxford dictionary of philosophy (Third edition)

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This bestselling dictionary is written by one of the leading philosophers of our time, and it is widely recognized as the best dictionary of its kind.

Comprehensive and authoritative, it covers every aspect of philosophy from Aristotle to Zen.

With clear and concise definitions, it provides lively and accessible coverage of not only Western philosophical traditions, but also themes from Chinese, Indian, Islamic, and Jewish philosophy.

Entries include over 400 biographies of famous and influential philosophers, in-depth analysis of philosophical terms and concepts, and a chronology of philosophical events stretching from 10,000 BC to the present day.

New entries on philosophy of economics, social theory, neuroscience, philosophy of the mind, and moral conceptions bring the third edition of this dictionary fully up to date. Fully cross-referenced and containing over 3,300 alphabetical entries, it is the ideal introduction to philosophy for anyone with an interest in the subject, and it is an indispensable work of reference for students and teachers.

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Oxford University Press
0198735308 / 9780198735304
Paperback / softback
103
25/02/2016
United Kingdom
English
x, 531 pages : illustrations (black and white)
20 cm
Includes QR code Previous edition: 2008.