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The Problems with Philosophy
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LENGTH4 hrs and 34 mins
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RELEASE DATE10-23-12
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Publisher's Summary
The Problems of Philosophy discusses Bertrand Russell's views on philosophy and the problems that arise in the field. Russell's views focus on knowledge rather than the metaphysical realm of philosophy. The Problems with Philosophy revolves around the central question that Russell asks in his opening line of Chapter 1 - Is there any knowledge in the world which is so certain that no reasonable man could doubt it? He examines this question by delving into the idea of reality versus appearance, as for Russell and other philosophers who share his ideas it is sensory perception of the world around them that shapes their knowledge. It is in this work that he discusses his idea of sense-data to help explain the differences between appearance and reality. The Problems of Philosophy is Russell's first attempt at recording and working through a theory of epistemology, which is the theory of the nature of human knowledge.
Bertrand Russell (1872-1970) was an English philosopher, logician, mathematician, social critic, and historian. He is remembered as being a leader in the British revolt against idealism, as well as a founding father of the field of analytic philosophy. He was also well known for his very public anti-war and anti-imperialist stances.
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"Interesting, but a bit soporiphic"
Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?Oh yes. I like to listen to books like this just before I drift off to sleep. The ideas were stimulating and the voice droned a bit so it helped me to fall asleep in no time.
What did you like best about this story?Basic ideas of philosophy that were reasonably clearly expressed.
If this book were a movie would you go see it?Not appropriate.
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aaron SALEM, OR, United States 01-07-13 Member Since 2012
Stockbroker/BA in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics/AS in Health Science
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"Not a first foray into philosophy"
Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?Time well spent, yes, but...Unless someone truly appreciates philosophy for what it is, and what it isn't, then this book probably will not be for you. Each chapter is in itself a premise to logically conclude a greater argument, which the author does very well.
How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable?The narration. The voice needed more emotion, energy and excitement in the subject matter. It felt dry, uninspired, and can lull the listener to sleep (which is bad for my 1-2 hr driving commute).
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James P. Oliver Nashville, TN USA 12-18-12 Member Since 2004
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""OF" - not "WITH"!"
If you could sum up The Problems with Philosophy in three words, what would they be?Good philosophical introduction
Who was your favorite character and why?Russell himself, quite the "character"...
Which scene was your favorite?I always enjoy his attacks on pragmatists like me. He misunderstands and is unsympathetic to our view, but in a highly entertaining fashion.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?You could, but if you're philosophically inclined you'll want to come back to it again.
Any additional comments?Russell had his prejudices and blind-spots, and I prefer his popular essays ("Why I Am Not a Christian" etc.) and his book "Conquest of Happiness." But this is still great.
[In an earlier "review" I complained intemperately about the title error, listed initially on the audible site as "Problems With Philosophy"... don't know if that was somebody's idea of a joke or just a slip. I'm not even sure I didn't slip myself, and complain about the wrong "pronoun" when of course I meant "preposition". Anyway, as Russell would point out: to err is only human.]0 of 0 people found this review helpful