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Title:

GET SET FOR PHILOSOPHY

By:

Douglas Burnham

Format:

Paperback

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ISBN 10:

0748616578

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9780748616572

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Publisher:

EDINBURGH UNIVERSITY PRESS

Pub. date:

20 March, 2003

Series:

Get Set for University

Pages:

240

Description:

This is the first book to combine an introduction to Philosophy as a degree subject with the practical study and assessment skills that the student is likely to need.

Synopsis:

This is the first book to combine an introduction to Philosophy as a degree subject with the practical study and assessment skills that the student is likely to need. It begins by helping a student to make an informed choice about which philosophy course to apply for and goes on to introduce the subject via key problems and philosophers. It expertly guides the reader towards philosophical thinking as an activity and offers practical advice for developing techniques specific to the study of philosophy. Features * Gives brief biographies of major philosophers * Provides clear definitions of key terms and guidance on further reading * Includes sample essays and examination questions * Covers time-management and self-motivation skills * Offers tips on making use of contact time with tutors

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Edinburgh University Press

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