Philosophy 101

Anyone who has groaned at the prospect of yet another philosophy text may find this one approachable. The author asks what new thing could possibly be said after roughly 2,600 years of philosophical thought, and answers by writing for a particular audience: students who have little interest in the subject or who find it hard going.

Professor Malikow sets out the field's demanding ideas and deeper insights in plain language. He relies on everyday comparisons, concrete examples and short stories, with a touch of humor throughout to keep the material lively.