Philosophical Tales: Being an Alternative History Revealing the Characters, the Plots, and the Hidden Scenes That Make Up the True Story of Philosophy

Enlightening and entertaining, Philosophical Tales examines a few of the fascinating biographical details of history s greatest philosophers (alas, mostly men) and highlights their contributions to the field. By applying the true philosophical approach to philosophy itself, the text provides us with a refreshing 'alternative history' of philosophy.

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• Opens up new philosophical debate by applying the true philosophical approach to philosophy itself
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• Provides summaries of the most celebrated and philosophically interesting tales, their backgrounds, and assessments of the leading players
  
• Explores philosophers and schools of thought in one key philosophical text to supply a solid grounding in philosophical ideas and individuals
  
• Shakes some of the foundations of philosophy with the aim of encouraging the reinvigoration of philosophy itself