"Cave is not just a very gifted philosopher, he's also clear, captivating and funny too." Stephen Law, Author of The Philosophy Gym and editor of Think
What's Wrong with Eating People?
33 More Perplexing Philosophy Puzzles
Description
The sensational follow-up to the bestselling Can a Robot be Human
In this stunning sequel to last Christmas' bestselling surprise hit, "Can a Robot be Human?", Peter Cave once again engages the reader in a romp through the best bits of philosophical thought. With the aid of tall stories, jokes, common sense and bizarre insights, Cave tackles some of life's most important questions and introduces the puzzles that will keep you pondering throughout the night. From encounters with bears (ethical dilemmas) to talking turkeys (the problem of induction), Cave storms through philosophy's classic conundrums with rapier wit and wisdom. Illustrated with quirky cartoons throughout, "What's Wrong With Eating People?" leaves no stone unturned, covering a smorgasbord of topics including logic, ethics, art and politics. It will provide a perfect gift for anyone who puzzles about the world!
Reviews
"This charmingly witty and inventive collection of philosophical puzzles is bound to spark lively debates around the dinner table."
"Your personal philosophy trainer. The puzzles offer you a heady work out, leaving you fitter to fight your own intellectual corner."
"Cave is not just a very gifted philosopher, he's also clear, captivating and funny too."
