An indispensable guide to living a full life from the bestselling author of An Intimate History of Humanity

A gentle and philosophical look at the events of 2020, and how we can deal with the challenges that life throws us in general. A book to share with the friends and family that we have been missing.

A unique selection of the greatest thinkers from the fields of philosophy, political theory, sociology, art, architecture and literature, with enjoyable profiles of what they have to teach to us today.

This book discusses how effectively philosophical approaches to distributive justice and human rights can support concrete claims made by the disabled regarding their legal entitlements. It also develops a unique conception of dignity, which illuminates the specific indignities experienced by people with disabilities.

Applied or practical ethics is perhaps the largest growth area in philosophy, and many issues in moral, social, and political life have come under philosophical scrutiny in years. This title offers a guide to many significant problems of practical ethics. It offers accounts of issues in medical, environmental, legal, social, and business ethics.

A guide to more than 2,000 years of thought. It covers the topics ranging from moral ethics to philosophies of religion.

Witty philosopher Michael Foley investigates the concept, history and meaning of fun - the experience everyone wants