Philosophy at 14 - The First Book to Learn Thinking

Author: Ito Koko
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: Who am I? What is the purpose of living? Where do people come from, and where do they go? Why can't I just love those I like? Why do we fall in love? Why do schools and society have so many rules? Is the ideal truly opposite to reality? What does the end of the universe look like? Is humanity progressing? What is progress? What is the relationship between good and evil, and suffering and happiness? What is true freedom? At any age, everyone has such questions, needing philosophical comfort and guidance. However, when you flip through the vast ocean of philosophical books, what you see are mostly unfamiliar terms and incomprehensible arguments, leaving you utterly confused. Is philosophy really so profound and difficult? In fact, philosophy can also be very approachable. What the author of this book wants to tell you is not her own answers to these questions—her answers are not standard ones either. What she wants to share with you, and what you truly need, is a method of thinking. In philosophical terms, what you need is a way to think about life, the future, and life itself. Think about the kind of person you truly want to become, and reflect on the kind of life you truly want to live. These questions may even your parents be unable to answer clearly. This book uses everyday examples to guide you step by step in learning to think about various life issues, equipping you with flexible thinking skills and allowing you to effortlessly explore the realm of philosophical thought.