The Inquiring Mind - Herbert Martin - Bog

The Inquiring Mind: Introductory Philosophic Studies is a book written by Herbert Martin that introduces readers to the fundamentals of philosophy. The book is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the field of philosophy and its major themes, including the nature of reality, the existence of God, ethics, and political philosophy. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a specific topic in philosophy. The first section introduces readers to the basics of philosophy, including the different branches of philosophy and the key concepts that are central to the field. The second section delves into the nature of reality and the different theories that philosophers have proposed to explain it. This section covers topics such as metaphysics, epistemology, and ontology. The third section explores the existence of God and the various arguments that have been put forward to support or refute the idea of a divine being. This section also covers the problem of evil and the question of whether or not God is necessary for morality. The fourth section of the book focuses on ethics, including the different ethical theories that have been proposed throughout history and the various ethical dilemmas that people face in their daily lives. The final section of the book examines political philosophy, including the different theories of government and the role of the individual in society. This section also covers topics such as justice, freedom, and democracy. Overall, The Inquiring Mind: Introductory Philosophic Studies is an accessible and engaging introduction to the field of philosophy. It is suitable for both students and general readers who are interested in exploring the fundamental questions and ideas that have shaped human thought throughout history.This is a new release of the original 1947 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.