Great Philosophical Arguments

A great deal of the satisfaction of studying philosophy lies in exploring its landmark arguments. Working from this premise <em>Great Philosophical Arguments: An Introduction to Philosophy</em> focuses on the debates that define and drive the field. Editor Lewis Vaughn presents seventy-eight readings--both classic selections and contemporary works--that are topically organized into six chapters: the existence of God knowledge and skepticism mind and body free will and determinism ethics and contemporary ethical debates. The readings are grouped by argument into pro/con dialogues within each chapter. Each of the thirty-four arguments is introduced with a brief outline which is followed by two to four essays presenting the classic statement of the argument critiques and defenses of it and discussions of related debates. <p/><strong>FEATURES: </strong> <p/>* A substantial introductory chapter and extensive chapter introductions<br>* Essay questions at the end of each argument section and chapter<br>* Pedagogical features including boldfaced key terms biographical text boxes suggestions for further reading and a glossary<br>* An appendix on how to read and write argumentative essays<br>* An <strong>Instructor's Manual and Test Bank on CD</strong> featuring chapter summaries reading summaries PowerPoint-based lecture outlines and test questions<br>* A <strong>Companion Website at www.oup.com/us/vaughn</strong> containing study questions interactive quizzes flashcards and helpful links<br>