What do you read in modern philosophy?
What do you read in modern philosophy?
11 Best Philosophical Books to Read in 2021
- Plato: Five Dialogues: Euthyphro, Apology, Crito, Meno, Phaedo by Plato.
- Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl.
- The Laws of Human Nature by Robert Greene.
- Sophie’s World by Jostein Gaarder.
- Start With Why by Simon Sinek.
Can I self learn philosophy?
Self-learning has many advantages: It is more affordable. You don’t have to pay the full tuition for a conventional degree in philosophy, but you can still follow the curriculum of most top universities from any part of the world. You can learn at your own pace.
How do I decide what to read in a philosophy book?
To decide you’ll need to fully understand the ideas being presented and the rhetorical strategies employed. Philosophical writings are dense and difficult. When reading, set realistic goals. While reading a page of a novel can take as little as thirty seconds, some pages in philosophy require at least ten minutes or even more.
What is the third philosopher you should read?
The third philosopher you should read is without a doubt René Descartes. There may be two millennia of philosophy between him and the previous dudes, but we must move on, for now, to the next great revolution in philosophy. Three works from Descartes suggest themselves:
How can I improve my philosophical reading skills?
To build great philosophical reading skills you’ll need to cultivate some philosophical empathy and self-criticism. Writing philosophy is challenging. Be empathetic: after you come up with some possible criticism, imagine taking the role of your opponent and try to answer your criticisms.
What is the best book to start with in philosophy?
There can be only one first choice: start with Plato. In many ways the father of all Western philosophy, Plato’s thought set the stage for the more than two millennia of philosophy to follow. I recommend: Republic, an undisputed classic of philosophy and fairly easy to read.