Understanding Philosophy for AS Level

by Christopher Hamilton

The companion to the immensely successful AS text, this Student Book has been written in an engaging and accessible style and covers the AQA AS Level specification precisely.

Genres: Philosophy

436 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2003

Reviews

[Alex Boon · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great introductory text. not a cover to cover read for me as it's not really that kind of book. I dipped in and out and enjoyed what I read. The section on practical ethics was my favourite. Sadly, because it's a text following a set curriculum that doesn't include Eastern philosophy, the focus on Western philosophy and Christianity becomes tiring after a while. A wider perspective would have improved it.

[Jo · Rating 5 out of 5]

This, and the A2 guide, are still some of the best introductions to key concepts - and I'm using them as reference in my degree to this day!

[Seoul Rationalthinkers · Rating 5 out of 5]

My first introduction to studying Philosophy. A very easy read and a brilliant start if you want to take your first steps into philosophy.