商品簡介
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.
作者簡介
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.
目次
Introduction
Ch. 1 Philosophy of mind Substance dualismReductive acccounts of the mindNon-reductive materialism
Ch. 2 Political philosophy Human nature and political organisationLibertyRightsJusticeNation states
Ch. 3 Epistemology and metaphysics The refutation of scepticismKnowledge, belief and justificationUniversals and particularsObjective knowledge
Ch. 4 Moral philosophy Moral truthThe denial of moral truthMoral decisions
Ch. 5 Philosophy of religion Arguments for the existence of GodReason and faithMiraclesMaking sense of religion
Ch. 6 Preparing for the examRevisionExam technique
GlossaryIndex
