October 10, 2007

What Would Socrates Say?

From its origins on the Amherst website to its own domain at AskPhilosophers.org, Professor Alexander George’s gathering place for philosophical questions asked by real people all around the world has now become the basis for a new book, What Would Socrates Say?

The questions asked in the book are drawn from the archives of AskPhilosophers.org, and feature answers from “some of today’s most highly esteemed philosophers.”

Using their knowledge of the arguments laid down by the likes of Aristotle, Camus, Locke, and Socrates, and their own insightful interpretations, they break down tough issues in a digestible, personal, and even humorous style. Included are questions on today’s hot-button topics (war, euthanasia); timeless conundrums about religion and morality (how do we know God exists?); personal perplexities about adultery, child-rearing, and sex; and a few lighthearted topics like whether it’s right to let your kids believe in Santa.

Brian Meacham '97 | October 10, 2007 03:59 PM | Faculty

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