Description
Written by Robert Wicks, a recognised Kant specialist who teaches at the University of Auckland, Kant: A Complete Introduction is designed to give you everything you need to succeed, all in one place. It covers the key areas that students are expected to be confident in, outlining the basics in clear jargon-free English, and then providing added-value features like summaries of key books, and even lists of questions you might be asked in your seminar or exam.
The book uses a structure that mirrors many university courses on Freud and psychoanalysis - explaining and contextualising Kant's theories, which have been among the most influential in Philosophy. The book starts by introducing Kant and his way of thinking and arguing, before looking at how Kant answered three key questions: What can I know? What should I do? What may I hope? In doing so, Professor Wicks introduces the reader to all of Kant's key work, including The Critique of Pure Reason.
Teach Yourself titles employ the 'Breakthrough method', which is designed specifically to overcome problems that students face.
- Problem: "I find it difficult to remember what I've read."; Solution: this book includes end-of-chapter questions and summaries, and flashcards of key points available on-line and as apps
- Problem: "Most books mention important other sources, but I can never find them in time."; Solution: this book includes key texts and case studies are summarised, complete with fully referenced quotes ready to use in your essay or exam.
- Problem: "Lots of introductory books turn out to cover totally different topics than my course."; Solution: this book is written by a current university lecturer who understands what students are expected to know.
"The masterclass for the faster pass" - written by a leading expert and practising university teacher, this book gives you all the key knowledge and information you need to succeed quickly and easily.
About the Author
Robert Wicks is Associate Professor of Philosophy and Head of the Department of Philosophy at the University of Auckland. He has previously held posts in the US and Germany, and is a specialist in the philosophy of the late 18th and early 19th century.
Book Information
ISBN 9781444191264
Author Robert Wicks
Format Paperback
Page Count 256
Imprint Teach Yourself
Publisher John Murray Press
Weight(grams) 205g
Dimensions(mm) 202mm * 130mm * 18mm