Featuring a remarkably clear writing style, Philosophy is a brief and accessible guide that is comprehensive enough to be used on its own or as a supplement to any introductory anthology. Focusing on the key issues in Western philosophy, this text presents balanced coverage of each issue and challenges students to think critically.

Stephen Stich is Professor of Philosophy at Rutgers University and author of From Folk Psychology to Cognitive Science.

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"This is a readily accessible text that couches the classic questions of philosophy in contemporary terms without ignoring their historical context. It is ideal for instructors who really want to engage the attention of beginning students." --Phillips Young, Rutgers University and Delaware County Community College

"This is a serious and high-quality introduction to philosophy, both theoretical and ethical." --Joshua Tepley, Saint Anselm College

"Philosophy is clear and engaging and right about at the sweet spot for beginning students. I love the glossary and the discussion and comprehension questions." --Will Heusser, Cyprus College

"Philosophy is informative and well written. It is easy to understand and comprehensive enough regarding the points it addresses to make it a good starting place for students." --Stephen H. Daniel, Texas AandM University

"Philosophy provides a clear, concise, and unintimidating introduction to many of the main areas in mainstream contemporary philosophy. Its examples are vivid and engaging and demonstrate the relevance to everyday life of everything from ethics to epistemology, metaphysics to meaning, and science to the self." --Donovan Wishon, University of Mississippi