Philosophy Goes to the Movies An Introduction to Philosophy
| Author/creator | Falzon, Christopher, 1957- Author |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | New York : Routledge Florence : Taylor & Francis Group [Distributor] |
| Description | 240 p. ill 23.400 x 015.600 cm. |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from eBooks on EBSCOhost |
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| Summary | Annotation <em>Philosophy goes to the Movies</em>is a new kind of introduction to philosophy that makes use of movies including <em>The Matrix</em>, <em>Antz</em>, <em>Total Recall</em>and <em>Cinema Paradiso</em>, to explore philosophical ideas.<br>Topics covered include:<br>*the theory of knowledge<br>*the self and personal Identity <br>*moral philosophy<br>*social and political philosophy<br>*philosophy of science and technology<br>*critical thinking. <br>Ideal for the beginner, this book guides the student through philosophy using lively and illuminating cinematic examples. It will also appeal to anyone interested in the philosophical dimensions of cinema. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2001057814 |
| ISBN | 9780415237406 |
| ISBN | 0415237408 (Trade Cloth) Active Record |
| Standard identifier# | 9780415237406 |
| Stock number | 00081154 |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |