Sophie's World, in the form of a novel, reveals the development of western philosophy through the process of a philosophical tutor imparting philosophical knowledge to a girl named Sophie. The thoughts from Socrates to Sartre, Aristotle, Descartes, Hegel, etc., are vividly reflected on the paper by the author's vivid brushstrokes, and explained with the historical background at that time, which is fascinating. Critics believe that this book is the most suitable introductory book for those who have never read philosophy classes, and it can also refresh old knowledge for those who have read some philosophy before and completely forgotten it. Sophie, the protagonist of the novel, under the guidance of a mysterious tutor, has uncovered one difficult problem after another and gradually understood the mystery of philosophy!
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The Story of Philosophy by will durant. This book focuses on the situation, feelings and life of dozens of famous philosophers in human history. These stories are ingenious and interesting in themselves, and the author's beautiful narration makes them fascinating humanistic classics. Since its publication, the book has been selling well, opening a friendly door for readers who love philosophy but are in awe. Therefore, it should not be regarded as a history of philosophy, but a story about philosophers.
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Your First Book of Philosophy In this short book, nagel, the leader of contemporary western philosophy, fully showed us the true purport of philosophical thinking with vivid language, superb analytical skills and profound and calm insight. He told us how to know the existence of the outside world; How to know the inner existence of others; How to judge the right or wrong behavior; How to face the fear of death; How to find the meaning of life? I hope that your examination of life will begin with your first philosophy book.
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The History of Western Philosophy written by Russell is a brand-new popular compilation of classic academic classics, aiming at guiding readers to read academic classics easily and quickly, thus popularizing social science and natural science classics that have far-reaching influence on mankind.
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A Brief History of Chinese Philosophy, written by Feng Youlan, tells the history of China's philosophy, opens up relevant knowledge at all times and in all countries, and incorporates Feng Youlan's understanding of China's philosophy in a limited space. It is the crystallization of history and thinking, full of the wisdom of life and the insight of philosophers.
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Suitable for high school students who have just learned philosophy, or junior high school students who are interested in philosophy.
There are many different versions of the story of philosophy, and will durant's masterpiece is highly recommended here.