Philosophy for A2: Unit 3: Key Themes in Philosophy, 2008 Aqa Syllabus

ISBN-13: 9780415458221 / Angielski / Miękka / 2009 / 368 str.

Michael Lacewing

Opis

Philosophy for A2: Unit 3 is the definitive textbook for students of the current AQA Advanced Level syllabus. Structured very closely around the AQA specifications for Unit 3: Key Themes in Philosophy, it introduces the student to each of the core themes:

• philosophy of mind
• political philosophy
• epistemology and metaphysics
• moral philosophy
• philosophy of religion.

All chapters are helpfully subdivided into short digestible passages, and include:

• quiz questions to test core knowledge
• discussion questions to deepen understanding
• 'going further' sections for advanced study
• text boxes highlighting key definitions and arguments
• cross-references to help students make connections
• lively illustrations, diagrams and a glossary.

In addition, a chapter on exam preparation contains a wealth of helpful hints and tips on revision and exam techniques. Written by an experienced philosopher and A Level consultant, Philosophy for A2: Unit 3 is an essential companion for all students of A2 Level philosophy.

Spis treści

Introduction

Ch. 1 Philosophy of mind
Substance dualism
Reductive acccounts of the mind
Non-reductive materialism

Ch. 2 Political philosophy
Human nature and political organisation
Liberty
Rights
Justice
Nation states

Ch. 3 Epistemology and metaphysics
The refutation of scepticism
Knowledge, belief and justification
Universals and particulars
Objective knowledge

Ch. 4 Moral philosophy
Moral truth
The denial of moral truth
Moral decisions

Ch. 5 Philosophy of religion
Arguments for the existence of God
Reason and faith
Miracles
Making sense of religion

Ch. 6 Preparing for the exam
Revision
Exam technique

Glossary
Index

O autorze

Michael Lacewing is Director of Research and Senior Lecturer in Philosophy at Heythrop College, University of London. He is founder of the company A Level Philosophy, and a consultant on philosophy at A Level for the British Philosophical Association.