Children's Book of Philosophy - (DK Children's Book of) by DK (Hardcover)

About the Book

Explores philosophy and notable philosophers, discussing "thought experiments," and how to explain a complex idea through a story.

Book Synopsis

Learn to think big and tackle life's tricky questions in this easy-to-understand guide to philosophy.

Learn all about the great thinkers who, from ancient times to the modern day, have tried to make sense of the world by asking questions such as 'Who am I?', 'Is the world real?', and 'Is it ever right to tell a lie?'

Meet Socrates and Confucius, Kant and Sartre, and many others who have studied and pondered on the complexities of everyday life in this book for children aged 9+ that breaks down philosophy in an accessible and engaging way.

This book philosophy for children offers:

- A clear and logical approach that brings the exciting world of big ideas and great thinkers within reach of young children.
- A range of topics broken down by colorful photographs and lively, accessible text.
- A new edition that's been fully-revised with fresh material on issues of equality, climate change, and virtual reality.

This fully updated edition of The Children's Book of Philosophy examines the major philosophical theories and the problems that have puzzled people for hundreds, or even thousands, of years, working through them in clear and logical stages. The book's lively approach is designed to encourage children to think for themselves and to show them that anyone can be a philosopher.

About the Author

DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world leading illustrated reference publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann. DK publishes highly visual, photographic non-fiction for adults and children. DK produces content for consumers in over 100 countries and over 60 languages, with offices in the UK, India, US, Germany, China, Canada, Spain and Australia.

DK's aim is to inspire, educate and entertain readers of all ages, and everything DK publishes, whether print or digital, embodies the unique DK design approach. DK brings unrivalled clarity to a wide range of topics, with a unique combination of words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. We have a reputation for innovation in design for both print and digital products.

Our adult range spans travel, including the award-winning DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, history, science, nature, sport, gardening, cookery and parenting.

DK's extensive children's list showcases a fantastic store of information for children, toddlers and babies. DK covers everything from animals and the human body, to homework help and craft activities, together with an impressive list of licensing titles, including the best-selling LEGO(R) books.

DK acts as the parent company for Alpha Books, publisher of the Idiot's Guides series.

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