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Paperback. Objectivity is both an essential and elusive philosophical concept. This Very Short Introduction explores the theoretical and practical problems raised by objectivity, and also deals with the way in which particular understandings of objectivity impinge on social research, science, and art. Series: Very Short Introductions. Num Pages: 128 pages, 12 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: HPK; HPX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 173 x 111 x 7. Weight in Grams: 106.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199606696
- ISBN
- 9780199606696
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 10.87
€ 13.99
€ 10.87
Hardback. 'I'll be more enthusiastic about encouraging thinking outside the box when there's evidence of any thinking going on inside it.' The most quotable writer of our time, Terry Pratchett's brand of wit made him a bestseller and an endearing source of modern wisdom. This title is filled with his memorable words about life, the universe and snoring. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: FM; FZ; HPX; WHX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 169 x 126 x 15. Weight in Grams: 160.
- Publisher
- Transworld Publishers Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780857524300
- ISBN
- 9780857524300
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Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 11.73
€ 14.99
€ 11.73
Paperback. Offers teachings of Epicurus - about life and death, religion and science, physical sensation, happiness, morality, and friendship-attracted legions of adherents throughout the ancient Mediterranean world and deeply influenced later European thought. This volume includes all of his extant writings - his letters, doctrines, and Vatican sayings. Translator(s): Strodach, John K. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: DB; HPX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 194 x 163 x 18. Weight in Grams: 214.
- Publisher
- Penguin Classics
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- Reissue
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780143107217
- ISBN
- 9780143107217
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.47
€ 17.99
€ 13.47
Paperback. What makes Larry a monster, and why doesn't he know that he's a monster? This title discusses philosophical answers to these questions. It also discusses the ethical and existential issues, such as whether Larry is a bad apple or perhaps worth emulating. Editor(s): Ralkowski, Mark. Series: Popular Culture and Philosophy. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: HPX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 154 x 15. Weight in Grams: 400.
- Publisher
- Open Court
- Number of pages
- 288
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780812697667
- ISBN
- 9780812697667
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Condition: New
€ 29.99€ 25.53
€ 29.99
€ 25.53
Paperback. Explores the forces that are arrayed against maturity, and shows how philosophy can help us want to grow up. This book discusses childhood, adolescence, sex, and culture, and asks how the idea of travel can help us build a model of maturity that makes growing up a good option and leaves space in our culture for grown-ups. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: HPX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. Weight in Grams: 368.
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd
- Number of pages
- 240
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780141982496
- ISBN
- 9780141982496
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Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 11.80
€ 14.99
€ 11.80
Paperback. Witty philosopher Michael Foley investigates the concept, history and meaning of fun - the experience everyone wants Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: HPX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 133 x 197 x 28. Weight in Grams: 274. Witty philosopher Michael Foley investigates the concept, history and meaning of fun - the experience everyone wants Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: HPX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 133 x 197 x 28. Weight in Grams: 274. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- Publisher
- Simon & Schuster Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- SKU
- KOC0026073
- ISBN
- 9781471154829
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. A profound new vision of aging happily - from the bestselling author of Plato and a Platypus walk into a Bar Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: HPX; JFSP3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 129 x 199 x 13. Weight in Grams: 174.
- Publisher
- Oneworld Publications
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780744124
- ISBN
- 9781780744124
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Condition: New
€ 10.99€ 9.90
€ 10.99
€ 9.90
Hardback. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: DSB; HPX; JFC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 17. .
- Publisher
- Scribe Publications
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781911344186
- ISBN
- 9781911344186
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 10.66
€ 13.99
€ 10.66
Paperback. Covering interesting and varied philosophical terrain, Cycling - Philosophy for Everyone explores in a fun but critical way the rich philosophical, cultural, and existential experiences that arise when two wheels are propelled by human energy. Editor(s): Ilundain-Agurruza, Jesus; Austin, Michael W. Series Editor(s): Allhoff, Fritz. Series: Philosophy for Everyone. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HPX; WSQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 153 x 21. Weight in Grams: 432.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Number of pages
- 288
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781444330274
- ISBN
- 9781444330274
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.63
€ 20.63
paperback. .
- Publisher
- The MIT Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780262533379
- ISBN
- 9780262533379
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 13.84
€ 18.99
€ 13.84
Paperback. Most of us have to work. But is work just a means to an end? In trying to make a living, have we lost touch with the idea of making things well? This book offers an exploration of craftsmanship - the desire to do a job well for its own sake - as a template for living. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: HPX; JHBL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 128 x 20. Weight in Grams: 250.
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780141022093
- ISBN
- 9780141022093
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 11.89
€ 14.99
€ 11.89
Paperback. How to understand and harness negative feelings and behaviours so that you can lead a healthier, more fulfilling life. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: HPX; VSP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 283 x 21. Weight in Grams: 360.
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Book Group
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780349412849
- ISBN
- 9780349412849
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.86
€ 19.99
€ 14.86
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Oldcastle Books Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 176
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781842433164
- ISBN
- 9781842433164
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Condition: New
€ 19.67
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Paperback. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: HPK; HPX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 198 x 12. Weight in Grams: 136.
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780141985022
- ISBN
- 9780141985022
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 11.80
€ 14.99
€ 11.80
Paperback. Why do we live with pets? Is there something more to our relationship with them than simply companionship? This title explores the nature of this most complex of relationships and the difficulties of knowing what it is that one is living with when one chooses to share a home with an animal. Series: The Art of Living. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: HPX; JFFZ; WNG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 138 x 10. Weight in Grams: 178.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781844651566
- ISBN
- 9781844651566
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 48.99€ 46.48
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€ 46.48
Paperback. Arguing for the benefits of boredom, this title dispels the myth that it's simply a childish emotion or an existential malaise like Jean-Paul Sartre's nausea. It shows how boredom is, in fact, one of our most common and constructive emotions and is an essential part of the human experience. Num Pages: 224 pages, 26 black-&-white illustrations. BIC Classification: HBTB; HPX; JMQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 137 x 214 x 17. Weight in Grams: 296.
- Publisher
- Yale University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780300181845
- ISBN
- 9780300181845
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 13.44
€ 16.99
€ 13.44
Hardback. .
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc
- Number of pages
- 328
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- First Printing
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195374612
- ISBN
- 9780195374612
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 23.30
€ 25.99
€ 23.30
Paperback. Is it always wrong to lie? Should there be limits to personal freedom? Can killing sometimes be justified? Is the free market fair? What is the right thing to do? This title invites readers of all ages and political persuasions on a journey of moral reflection, and shows how reasoned debate can illuminate our lives. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: HPX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 130 x 20. Weight in Grams: 238.
- Edition
- 01st Edition
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd
- Number of pages
- 320
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780141041339
- ISBN
- 9780141041339
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 11.73
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Paperback. Num Pages: 168 pages, 53 b&w illus. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJ; HPCF3; HPN; HPX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 190 x 190 x 7. .
- Publisher
- MIT Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780262533669
- ISBN
- 9780262533669
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 17.03
€ 24.99
€ 17.03
Hardback. A straightforward guide to the most pressing ethical questions of the day, in 50 accessible, bite-sized chapters. Series: 50 Ideas You Really Need to Know Series. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: HPQ; HPX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 207 x 172 x 21. Weight in Grams: 534.
- Publisher
- Quercus Publishing
- Number of pages
- 208
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780878270
- ISBN
- 9781780878270
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.37
€ 17.99
€ 13.37