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Zeno and the Tortoise: How to Think..., Fearn, Nicholas

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Number of Pages: 208 Pages Genre: Philosophy, Biography & Autobiography Book Title: Zeno and the Tortoise : How to Think like a Philosopher Format: Trade Paperback Item Length: 8.2 in Artist: Fearn, Nicholas Topic: Philosophers, Reference, General, Essays Author: Nicholas Fearn Item Weight: 8.5 Oz Type: Paperback / softback ISBN: 0802139175 width: 5.5 in Date of Publication: 2002-05-23 Release Title: Zeno and the Tortoise: How to Think Like a Philosopher Publisher: GROVE/Atlantic, Incorporated Language: English Item Height: 0.6 in Item Width: 5.5 in Publication Year: 2002 EAN: 9780802139177 height: 0.6 in

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General Interest Zeno and the Tortoise: How to Think Like a Philosopher Product Details: Category: Books ISBN: 0802139175 Title: Zeno and the Tortoise: How to Think Like a Philosopher The Fast Free Shipping Author: Fearn, Nicholas Publisher: Grove Press / Atlantic Monthly Press Year Published: 2002 Number of Pages: 208 Book Binding: Paperback / softback Prizes: Book Condition: GOOD SKU: CIN0802139175G Item description For those who don't know the difference between Lucretius's spear and Hume's fork, Zeno and the Tortoise explains not just who each philosopher was and what he thought, but exactly how he came to think in the way he did. Nicholas Fearn presents philosophy as a collection of tools -- the tricks of a trade that, in the end, might just be all tricks, each to be fruitfully applied to a variety of everyday predicaments. In a witty and engaging style that incorporates everything from Sting to cell phones to Bill Gates, Fearn demystifies the ways of thought that have shaped and inspired humanity -- among many others, the Socratic method, Descartes's use of doubt, Bentham's theory of utilitarianism, Rousseau's social contract, and, of course, the concept of common sense. Along the way, there are fascinating biographical snippets about the philosophers themselves: the story of Thales falling down a well while studying the stars, and of Socrates being told by a face-reader that his was the face of a monster who was capable of any crime. Written in twenty-five short chapters, each readable during the journey to work, Zeno and the Tortoise is the ideal course in intellectual self-defense. Acute, often irreverent, but always authoritative, this is a unique introduction to the ideas that have shaped us all. "Entertaining and witty. A smooth, sweet concoction that should tickle the taste buds of the most philosophobic readers." -- Julian Boggini, The Times Educational Supplement (U.K.) "A concise and entertaining attempt to place the skills of philosophy at our fingertips." -- Olivier Burckhardt, The Independent on Sunday (U.K.) Please note, the image is for illustrative purposes only, actual book cover, binding and edition may vary. Payment Delivery Customer Service About Us We only accept payments made through PayPal, either via a credit / debit card or a PayPal account. The average shipping times for our orders are as follows: North America: 2-9 Days If for some reason your order has not arrived within 15 Business days please get in contact with us so that we can help you. World of Books USA offer a hassle free money back guarantee for your product, (excluding shipping & handling). We are committed to ensuring each customer is entirely satisfied with their purchase and our service. 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