Worldly Wisdom: A Multicultural Introduction to Philosophy

by Daniel A. Bonevac

Book Overview

This topically organized text with readings incorporates non-Western philosophy, linking it thematically to Western thought. Introducing students to the best of what has been thought and written about... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0767408209
• ISBN13: 9780767408202
• Release Date: December 2000
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
• Length: 510 Pages
• Weight: 1.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.4" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Superb

This topically organized text with readings incorporates non-Western philosophy, linking it thematically to Western thought. Introducing students to the best of what has been thought and written about philosophical issues, Worldly Wisdom includes readings from original sources along with extremely helpful pedagogy and substantial commentary from the author.Offers clear, concise exposition and analysis that make this text exceptionally useful at all levels. Integrates a broad expanse of philosophy from Western and non-traditional sources. Incorporates ample source material from women philosophers. Provides broader than usual coverage of ethics, including an entire chapter on virtue ethics. Introduces logical tools early and uses them throughout the text to examine the arguments contained in the readings. Accompanied by a thorough and free Web tutorial and research site.