Philosophy for A2

Ethics and Philosophy of Mind
1. Auflage 2015
ISBN: 978-1-138-83787-4
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 392 Seiten, Format (B × H): 246 mm x 177 mm, Gewicht: 700 g

Philosophy for A2 is an engaging textbook for the new AQA A2 Philosophy syllabus. Structured closely around the AQA specification this textbook covers the two units, Ethics and Philosophy of Mind, in a comprehensive and student-friendly way. All of the anthology texts are explained and commented on and woven into the discussion of the syllabus. With chapters on ‘How to Do Philosophy’ and exam preparation this textbook provides students with the philosophical skills they need to succeed.

Each chapter includes:

- explanation and commentary of the AQA anthology texts

- comprehension questions to test understanding

- discussion questions to generate evaluative argument

- 'going further' sections for advanced study

- cross-references to help students make connections

- bullet-point summaries of each topic.

The companion website hosts a wealth of further resources, including PowerPoint slides, flashcards, further reading, weblinks and handouts, all structured to accompany the textbook. It can be found at www.routledge.com/cw/alevelphilosophy.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Lacewing, Michael

Fachgebiete

• Geisteswissenschaften Philosophie Sozialphilosophie, Politische Philosophie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction 1. How to do philosophy 2. Ethics 3. Philosophy of Mind 4. Preparing for the exam. Glossary Index

Über Autor(innen)

Michael Lacewing is Senior Lecturer in Philosophy at Heythrop College, University of London. He is the founder of the company A Level Philosophy and a consultant on philosophy at A Level for the British Philosophical Association.