Philosophy for AS and A2

by NigelWarburton (Foreword), ElizabethBurns (Foreword), StephenLaw (Foreword)

• New

  Hardcover
  2004

  $141.75

  Philosophy for AS and A2 is the definitive textbook for students of Advanced Subsidiary or Advanced Level courses. The book is structured directly around the AQA specification, devoting a chapter each to the six themes covered by the syllabus.

• Used

  Paperback
  2004

  $3.76

  Philosophy for AS and A2 is the definitive textbook for students of Advanced Subsidiary or Advanced Level philosophy courses, structured directly around the specification of the AQA. Following a lively foreword by Nigel Warburton, author of Philosophy: The Basics, a team of experienced teachers devote a chapter each to the six themes covered by the syllabus: Each of the chapters include helpful student-friendly features. * a list of key concepts, to introduce students to the topic * bite-size sections corresponding to the syllabus topics * actual exam questions from previous years * suggested discussion questions to promote debate * text-boxes with helpful summaries, case-studies and examples * an annotated further-reading list directing students towards the best articles, books and websites * a comprehensive glossary, providing a handy reference point There is a final chapter on essay writing and exam preparation, designed to help students get to grips with the examination board requirements. Philosophy for AS and A2 is written by a team of expert teachers based at Heythrop College - part of the University of London - which specializes in teaching philosophy and theology.