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The Oxford Dictionary of Philosophy (Oxford Quick Reference) 3rd Edition

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This bestselling dictionary is written by one of the leading philosophers of our time, and it is widely recognized as the best dictionary of its kind. Comprehensive and authoritative, it covers every aspect of philosophy from Aristotle to Zen. With clear and concise definitions, it provides lively and accessible coverage of not only Western philosophical traditions, but also themes from Chinese, Indian, Islamic, and Jewish philosophy.

Entries include over 400 biographies of famous and influential philosophers, in-depth analysis of philosophical terms and concepts, and a chronology of philosophical events stretching from 10,000 BC to the present day. New entries on philosophy of economics, social theory, neuroscience, philosophy of the mind, and moral conceptions bring the third edition of this dictionary fully up to date.

Fully cross-referenced and containing over 3,300 alphabetical entries, it is the ideal introduction to philosophy for anyone with an interest in the subject, and it is an indispensable work of reference for students and teachers.
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Review from previous edition:"an excellent source book" --Times Higher Education Supplement "the most comprehensive dictionary of philosophy in English" --Times Literary Supplement

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Comprehensive and authoritative, The Oxford Dictionary of Philosophy includes over 3,300 alphabetical entries, and is the ideal introduction to philosophy for anyone with an interest in the subject.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0198735308
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Oxford University Press; 3rd edition (May 1, 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 544 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780198735304
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0198735304
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.6 x 5 x 1.3 inches
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Simon Blackburn is Professor of Philosophy at the University of Cambridge. He was Edna J. Doury Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at the University of North Carolina, and from 1969 to 1990 was a Fellow and Tutor at Pembroke College, Oxford. He is the author of The Oxford Dictionary of Philosophy and the best-selling Think and Being Good, among other books.

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Mike SC
5.0 out of 5 stars Useful tool
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A great tool to have for those beginning to delve into philosophical writings. Much of philosophy builds on references to other works and terms having a specific meaning and having such a book to build up understanding of those terms is quite helpful so you can continue reading the present work with increased comprehension. I also find it useful in pursuing threads of philosophic thought and identifying areas of interest.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Maybe the best in the field - get it!
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Exactly want I wanted for my college Philosophy courses. I still love a paperback size dictionary and when the prof. has a "no electronic" ban then boom it comes in really handy. I used it and it has way more than my last philosophy dictionary (a total failure)
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Daniel Lubetsky
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Reference
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Accessible and helpful
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R. Bates
4.0 out of 5 stars Quick Ref only; not comprehensive. Short defintions are satisfactory
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Satisfactory, but not comprehensive. Short definitions
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A great quick reference tool.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent in its precision.
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This book is excellent and thorough!
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Fredo
3.0 out of 5 stars Its Decent
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It has a great variety of terms (a lot that I still dont know) so its great for a student in philosophy or if youre just fascinated by it like me. My only problem is that quite a bit of the definitions that I've read sound subjective. Not saying they're not true or that the definitions are arbitrary, Its just there tends to be a bit of emotion in the definitions (ones that ive read) that kind of suggest the authors personal view of the philosophical terms. For example the definition on "sex" about its history in philosophy sounds very emotional and not an objective description of the subject.
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herindoors
5.0 out of 5 stars An essential to remind you of all you've forgotten
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A standard work easy to access all those concepts the years have eroded from my memory
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HARSH GOYAL
5.0 out of 5 stars A handbook of Philosophy
Reviewed in India on May 26, 2018
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Strictly for philosophers, who are philosophy academicians( both teachers and students). Also covers indian philosophy which is not included in penguin series dictionary. Proving to be of great help. Great literary language with a confluence of philosophical history . Really!! One does enjoy reading it as a reference book.
Overall I think it is great philosophical dictionary available in market!!!!
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Horatio
5.0 out of 5 stars Indispensable reference work
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Excellent product - the dictionary I have been looking for, for years and at a very reasonable price. All others around 4 times as much. Brilliant back up for the serious student of Philos - saves hours of scouring the web and from an author with very high cred.
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Somnath
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it
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Find very Usefull , will recommend to every philosophy student.
Useful for India as well as western philosophy.
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