Socrates' Children

"Socrates' Children" is an accessible and thought-provoking introduction to the history of philosophy, covering ancient, medieval, modern, and contemporary periods. With a focus on the "big ideas" that continue to influence our world today, this book is not dumbed down, but is written in ordinary language and logic, and includes visual aids like charts and cartoons. Relevant biographical data is included for each thinker, with the aim of stimulating philosophizing, controversy, and argument. Ideal for both college classes and do-it-yourselfers, this book emphasizes surprises and the existential nature of philosophy, making it a philosophical journey worth taking.