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Popular philosophy
Paperback. A memoir of McGinn that discusses many of the sports he was engaged in - from pole-vaulting and gymnastics to windsurfing and tennis - and describes the athletic experience from the inside, as a participant, articulating what is uniquely valuable about sport as an activity. Series: The Art of Living. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: HPX; WS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 141 x 11. Weight in Grams: 198.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781844651481
- ISBN
- 9781844651481
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 47.99€ 45.08
€ 47.99
€ 45.08
Paperback. Untangle the complex web of philosophical dilemmas of Spidey and his world--in time for the release of The Amazing Spider-Man movie Since Stan Lee and Marvel introduced Spider-Man in Amazing Fantasy #15 in 1962, everyone's favorite webslinger has had a long career in comics, graphic novels, cartoons, movies, and even on Broadway. Editor(s): Sanford, Jonathan J. Series Editor(s): Irwin, William. Series: The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: AKLC; HPX; JFCA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 151 x 20. Weight in Grams: 390.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470575604
- ISBN
- 9780470575604
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 22.44
€ 22.44
Paperback. A history and sociological analysis of the semantics of speculation between 1870 and 1930, this book looks at how speculation was represented in popular discourse and analyzes the discursive struggles turning it into a legitimate economic practice. Translator(s): Savoth, Eric. Num Pages: 312 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: HPX; JHB; KCA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 585. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Stanford University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9780804771320
- ISBN
- 9780804771320
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 34.78
€ 38.99
€ 34.78
Paperback. What does it really mean to be a football fan (and why should we count Aristotle as one)? Why do great players such as Cristiano Ronaldo count as great artists? This title explores the complex and often hidden contours of the world's most popular game. Editor(s): Richards, Ted. Series: Popular Culture and Philosophy. Num Pages: 416 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HPX; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 228 x 21. Weight in Grams: 563.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Open Court Publishing Co ,U.S. United States
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 408
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780812696769
- ISBN
- 9780812696769
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 29.99€ 29.59
€ 29.99
€ 29.59
Paperback. The sequel to the 50,000+ copy-selling Do You Think You're Clever? featuring even more brain-melting Oxbridge interview questions. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: HPX; WDKX; WH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 130 x 198 x 22. Weight in Grams: 186.
- Publisher
- Icon Books Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781848319325
- ISBN
- 9781848319325
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 10.26
€ 13.99
€ 10.26
Paperback. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 130. .
- Publisher
- Picador
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780330492294
- ISBN
- 9780330492294
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 11.68
€ 14.99
€ 11.68
Paperback. Should you really do as the Romans do when in Rome and practice what you preach? Is the grass always in fact greener on the other side of the fence, and is there ever smoke without fire? The author applies his philosophical scalpel to famous sayings, proverbs and pieces of homespun wisdom. Num Pages: 224 pages, ill. BIC Classification: HPX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 132 x 18. Weight in Grams: 234.
- Publisher
- Granta Books United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847081551
- ISBN
- 9781847081551
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 10.53
€ 13.99
€ 10.53
Paperback. A collection of essays that shows that Sherlock Holmes sees things others don't. It explores the source of Holmes' faculty of observation and facility for deduction: Is it systematic training (as Watson surmises), genetics, or is he just really lucky? Editor(s): Steiff, Josef. Num Pages: 384 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: APFA; DSK; HPX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 154 x 20. Weight in Grams: 528.
- Publisher
- Open Court Publishing Co ,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 384
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780812697315
- ISBN
- 9780812697315
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 33.63
€ 40.99
€ 33.63
Hardback. 'I'll be more enthusiastic about encouraging thinking outside the box when there's evidence of any thinking going on inside it.' The most quotable writer of our time, Terry Pratchett's brand of wit made him a bestseller and an endearing source of modern wisdom. This title is filled with his memorable words about life, the universe and snoring. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: FM; FZ; HPX; WHX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 169 x 126 x 15. Weight in Grams: 160.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Transworld Publishers Ltd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780857524300
- ISBN
- 9780857524300
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 11.99€ 9.67
€ 11.99
€ 9.67
Paperback. Serial Killers - Philosophy for Everyone investigates our profound intrigue with mass-murderers. Exploring existential, ethical and political questions through an examination of real and fictional serial killers, philosophy comes alive via an exploration of grisly death. Editor(s): Waller, S. Series Editor(s): Allhoff, Fritz. Series: Philosophy for Everyone. Num Pages: 248 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HPX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 153 x 20. Weight in Grams: 380.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405199636
- ISBN
- 9781405199636
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.05
€ 20.05
Paperback. This accessible handbook from design guru Rob Forbes uncovers the beauty in the commonplace and reveals how visual thinking can enrich our lives. Num Pages: 176 pages, full-colour photographs throughout. BIC Classification: ABA; HPN; HPX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 190 x 254 x 16. Weight in Grams: 626.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Chronicle Books
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781452117140
- ISBN
- 9781452117140
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 24.97
€ 26.99
€ 24.97
Paperback. Contends that our continuing faith in science in the face of its actual history is best understood as the secular residue of a religiously inspired belief in divine providence. Series: The Art of Living. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: HPX; PDZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 139 x 13. Weight in Grams: 234.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781844652044
- ISBN
- 9781844652044
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 45.99€ 27.04
€ 45.99
€ 27.04
Paperback. A unique edition of the sayings of Diogenes, whose biting wit and eccentricity inspired the anecdotes that express his Cynic philosophy. It includes the accounts of his immediate successors, such as Crates and Hipparchia, and the witty moral preacher Bion. The contrasting teachings of the Cyrenaics and the hedonistic Aristippos complete the volume. Translator(s): Hard, Robin. Series: Oxford World's Classics. Num Pages: 320 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; 3D; HPCA; HPX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 131 x 196 x 15. Weight in Grams: 224.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199589241
- ISBN
- 9780199589241
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.33
€ 13.99
€ 11.33
Paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; HPX; WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 130 x 17. Weight in Grams: 270.
- Publisher
- Tuttle Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9784805312933
- ISBN
- 9784805312933
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 12.81
€ 16.99
€ 12.81
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Open Court Publishing Co ,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780812697162
- ISBN
- 9780812697162
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 30.93
€ 36.99
€ 30.93
Paperback. Riddles of Existence makes metaphysics genuinely accessible, even fun. Its lively, informal style brings the riddles to life and shows how stimulating they can be. Anyone wanting to think about life's most profound questions will find it provocative and entertaining. This edition is updated throughout, and features two brand new chapters. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: HPJ; HPX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 170 x 15. Weight in Grams: 308.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198724049
- ISBN
- 9780198724049
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 12.14
€ 14.99
€ 12.14
Paperback. Shows us a range of ideas on a range of topics, including relationships, work, culture, love and death - and that could be of use to all of us, irrespective of whether we do or don't believe. Num Pages: 330 pages. BIC Classification: HPX; HRAB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 145 x 197 x 20. Weight in Grams: 350.
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd
- Number of pages
- 330
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780141046310
- ISBN
- 9780141046310
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 12.93
€ 16.99
€ 12.93
Paperback. Editor(s): Lewis, Courtland; McCain, Kevin. Series: Popular Culture and Philosophy. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: HPX; JFCA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 318.
- Publisher
- Open Court
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780812699470
- ISBN
- 9780812699470
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 22.98
€ 26.99
€ 22.98
Paperback. Leading wine professionals and philosophers ponder the question of 'taste' in wine. Editor(s): Smith, Barry C. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: HPX; WBXD1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 218 x 140 x 18. Weight in Grams: 364.
- Publisher
- Signal Books Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781909930216
- ISBN
- 9781909930216
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.37
€ 17.37
Paperback. Editor(s): Arp, Robert. Series: Popular Culture and Philosophy. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: HPX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 146.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Open Court Publishing Co ,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780812698251
- ISBN
- 9780812698251
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 20.12
€ 20.99
€ 20.12