Philosophy

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50 Philosophy Ideas: you really need to know

In a series of highly accessible 4-page essays, 50 Philosophy Ideas You Really Need to Know introduces and explains 50 philosophical problems that have engaged the attention of thinkers from the era of the ancient Greeks to the present day. The language and layout of these essays is clear, the style is straightforward and engaging. The essays are divided up into 9 categories: Problems of Knowledge — Mind Matters — Ethics — Animal Rights — Logic and Meaning — Science — Aesthetics — Religion — Politics, Justice and Society. Author: Ben Dupré. Hardback (208 pages).
Level: A-B/Great interdisciplinary possibilities

9781847240064

101 Ethical Dilemmas

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Now here is a useful book for all gymnasium-level teachers. 101 ethical dilemmas of 1-2 pages where the reader has to decide: What to Do? Is there a Right Thing to Do? Great for both written work and classroom discussions. Anti-social dilemmas, Medical ethics, Business ethics, War ethics, Environmental ethics, Legal dilemmas and much more. Recommended!

0415404002

Meaning of Things

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“Applying Philosophy to Life”

A book designed to get us thinking about life, what it means and what it holds in store. A.C.Grayling's book is a collection of short essays that together make up a philosophical guide to what is important in living life — but which are also eminently suitable for using individually in your teaching. 61 essays on subjects such as: Tolerance, Sorrow, Death, Betrayal, Love, Happiness, Racism, Depression, Christianity, Sin, Faith, Obscenity, Reason, Education, History, Leadership and Family.
Level: (B)/A/Disse erkendelsestekster er velegnet til brug i Almen Studieforberedelse i det almene gymnasium

0753813599

Stephen Hawking's Theory of Everything DVD
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Stephen Hawking examines how far our understanding of the universe has developed in our own lifetimes. Hawking drives this landmark TV series with his continued fascination with the big questions: How did the Universe begin? How will it end? What was there before it? Hawking is our guide on a journey through the Universe, in which the world's most eminent scientists join him in explaining the mysteries of physics in a unique and accessible way. Hawking explores supernovae, black holes, dark matter, and the sub-atomic world to bring the biggest questions of all to the small screen with great clarity.

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What Makes Us Human?

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In What Makes us Human? some of the world's most brilliant thinkers gives their answers to this perennial puzzle. Is it our imagination or our knack for cooking? Is it because we are social, scientific, or spiritual? Exploring the true nature of human nature, What Makes us Human? throws light on how and why our ancestors produced such clever, talented, and unlikely children. It features contributions by Susan Blackmore, Robin Dunbar, Stephen Oppenheimer, Ian Tattersall, and more ... 12 stimulating and accessible essays. (212 pages)
Level: A

9781851685196