Philosophy Basics: A Jargon-Free Guide for Beginners

by Doug Erlandson

Unlock the Secrets of Philosophy Explore the World of Ideas In Philosophy A Jargon-Free Guide for Beginners, Dr. Doug Erlandson offers an easy-to-understand guide to the study of philosophy.

His simple, non-technical approach covers the major topics of philosophy in a way that even those who have no familiarity with philosophy will understand.

Philosophy Basics is the result of Erlandson's three decades of teaching philosophy at the university and community college-level and is based on his classroom supplement. He has expanded, revised and polished his classroom supplement to create this exceptionally engaging and accessible introduction to philosophy.

Here's a Preview of What's in the BookWhat does it mean to think logically?How do we know?What is the link between the mind and the brain?Do we have free will?What is morality? Does God exist? And much more.˃˃˃ Extra Features for Teachers and StudentsPhilosophy Basics includes study questions at the end of each section and is designed for those who want to learn the elements of philosophy on their own. It is also suitable as a textbook for introductory to philosophy classes as well as home-schooled students.

˃˃˃ What Others Are Saying About Philosophy BasicsA quick and easy read . . . has given me the confidence to dig deeper into philosophy. Amazon Reviewer

I appreciate his excellent use of real-world analogies. You can tell that the author is an experienced teacher . . . highly recommended as an introduction to philosophical thinking. G. Feltner

Easy to follow and easy to understand. Great for people in college Philosophy or people who want to learn. Amazon Reviewer



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178 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 15, 2011

About the author

Doug Erlandson was born in Chicago, Illinois in 1946. He received his B.A. from Wheaton College (Ill.) and his doctorate in philosophy from Johns Hopkins University. Doug was an assistant professor of philosophy at the University of Nebraska, Lincoln 1972-1980 and since 1994 has been an adjunct instructor of philosophy at Southeast Community College in Lincoln.

Doug is the author of 19 books, including the popular Kindle book, How to Think Clearly: A Guide to Critical Thinking; the Jargon-Free Guide Series, including Philosophy Basics: A Jargon-Free Guide for Beginners; Faith Reborn; Spiritual Anorexia: How Contemporary Worship is Starving the Church; Godly Contentment: Kingdom Living in an Age of Economic and Social Uncertainty.

Doug and his wife are co-owners of the online candy store Licorice International, which is located in the Historic Haymarket District in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Reviews

[W.M · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the best introduction I've found.
It was fun to read easy to understand and it reviewed all of the views on each matter .. I'd definitely recommend it.

[paul · Rating 3 out of 5]

Dry yet informative

Simple and to the point. A good start for those of you new to the study of the history of thought.