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Reissue of the collection of short, accessible philosophical quandaries to stimulate, challenge and entertain. 'An engaging read... It's one to which I'll keep returning - whenever I feel like an argument and have nobody to argue with' "Sunday Herald"
Synopsis
Presents 100 thought experiments - short scenarios which pose a problem in a vivid and concrete way - and invites readers to think about possible answers for him/herself. This book includes experiments that cover identity, religion, art, ethics, language, knowledge and more.