"Words of Wisdom" gathers 360 of the most famous quotes in philosophy, explaining their significance and telling the stories behind them. Western philosophy is said to have begun in ancient Greece, where, inscribed at the Temple of Delphi, the words of the god Apollo instructed those seeking wisdom to "know thyself first." With the author's usual humor and clarity, the 2,500-year history of philosophy is unveiled. Each quote is placed in its cultural context, with biographical information about the author and a general perspective. Trends are highlighted, connections recorded, and influences tracked in an entertaining, thought-provoking, and enjoyable manner. "Words of Wisdom" is the perfect book for anyone who has always wanted to ask what philosophy is but feared they might not understand the answer.
- Pages: 384
- Publication Year: 1013
- Dimensions: 13.1x13.1cm
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- Author
- Gareth Southwell
- Publisher
- Quercus Publishing
- Subtitle
- Philosophy's Most Important Quotations and Their Meaning
- Skroutz Book Awards 2026
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- Language
- English
- ISBN-13
- 9781784290726
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- Soft
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- Reader Level
- for Beginners
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