Plato And A Platypus Walk Into A Bar . . . by Thomas Cathcart, Klein, Daniel
Understanding Philosophy Through Jokes
A lighthearted, accessible introduction to major philosophical ideas that uses jokes, anecdotes, and cartoons as levers to explain and probe thinkers and doctrines; each joke is unpacked to reveal underlying assumptions about knowledge, language, ethics, mind, and metaphysics, making complex concepts like skepticism, utilitarianism, existentialism, and the nature of reality both understandable and amusing. The book blends wit and clear exposition to show how humor can illuminate philosophical problems and to invite readers to think critically without technical jargon.
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- Published
- 2007
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 215
- Original Language
- English
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