'A collection of essays exploring philosophical aspects of the television program South Park. Topics addressed include ethics and the obesity crisis, animal rights, political correctness, religious tolerance, and homophobia'--Provided by publisher.

The Blackwell Guide to Philosophy of Language is acollection of twenty new essays in a cutting-edge and wide-rangingfield. Surveys central issues in contemporary philosophy of languagewhile examining foundational topicsProvides pedagogical tools such as abstracts and suggestionsfor further readingsTopics addressed include the nature of meaning, speech acts andpragmatics, figurative language, and naturalistic theories ofreference

Product Description: Professor Richard Hanley faced the dilemma plaguing so many philosophy professors today—how to entice students into the classroom. Based upon his own successful course, Is Data Human presents a thoroughly unique and enjoyable way of introducing students to the basic concepts of philosophy as seen through the lens of Star Trek...read more

Uses the Star Trek series to explore various philosophical ideas and theories, including the extent of free will, the proper treatment of nonhumans, the nature of personal survival, and the nature of a person. (view table of contents)

Product Description: Published in 1991, Carret's latest book is organized in three sections; autobiographical, personal and financial. He begins with his definition of the "money mind" and proceeds with a text that is both eloquent and inspirational. A unique, incisive and yet humble observer of the entire 20th century...read more