October 10, 2025

Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction

24 minutes

Aims to provide accessible yet stimulating overviews of diverse subjects, written by experts and translated into numerous languages. The provided text offers a glimpse into the book's contents, introducing core philosophical concepts through discussions of Plato's Crito, Hume's Of Miracles, and various "isms" like materialism and idealism. It further explores prominent philosophers such as Mill, Nietzsche, Descartes, and Hegel, examining their contributions to ethical theories, political philosophy, and the understanding of human nature and society, including the roles of individuals, the working classes, women, and animals. Additionally, the excerpts highlight the practical motivations behind philosophical inquiry and offer suggestions for further reading within the field.

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