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# Philosophy 101: From Plato and Socrates to Ethics and Metaphysics, an Essential Primer on the History of Thought (Adams 101 Series)

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Review: One of the greatest books I've ever read and let me explain why - As someone who has just begun this philosophical journey, I have been overwhelmed and unsure where to start. In my excitement I went out and bought Nietzsche, Freud, Dostoevsky, Jung, Marx, you name it. I then realized that you don't begin running by attempting a marathon, you start with a light jog. I needed to learn the basics and have a background and overview of what I was getting myself into. In comes Philosophy 101. This book is written extremely well in a simple, concise, and logical order that anyone can understand. It breaks down complex topics into bite sized amounts and doesn't feel overwhelming at all. It is also extremely engaging, there's something magical about the way the author articulates his points. This may sound strange but it actually IS a page turnover (you probably weren't expecting that). There is NOTHING boring about this book. If you are newly embarking on this journey of understanding philosophy this is THE place to start. I will say this book is slightly on the smaller side and it first I was concerned it would hinder the reading experience but on the contrary it actually improved it. The text is perfectly legible and sized perfectly, absolutely no difficulty in reading. I actually like the fact it is a little smaller, it makes it so convenient to grab a chair, sit outside, and immerse yourself in the text. *Important note to add I also purchased a book called "The Philosophy Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained" along with this one which proved to be an excellent decision and complements this book perfectly. Philosophy 101 reads more like a traditional book but The Philosophy Book is a larger beautifully illustrated work of art that acts more like a reference book. It covers hundreds of philosophers and each of them has a dedicated section, along with exemplary illustrated examples of philosophical topics. I HIGHLY suggest you buy the hardcover copy of that book as well if you can swing it. As Descartes once said cogito, ergo sum, I think, therefore I am.
Review: Great for homeschooling - Great for homeschooling

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | 1440567670 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #21,662 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #4 in Individual Philosophers (Books) #28 in Ancient Greek & Roman Philosophy #609 in Reference (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,500) |
| Dimensions  | 5.25 x 0.8 x 7.13 inches |
| Edition  | Illustrated |
| ISBN-10  | 9781440567674 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1440567674 |
| Item Weight  | 2.31 pounds |
| Language  | English |
| Part of series  | Adams 101 |
| Print length  | 288 pages |
| Publication date  | October 18, 2013 |
| Publisher  | Adams Media |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of the greatest books I've ever read and let me explain why
*by D***Y on July 27, 2022*

As someone who has just begun this philosophical journey, I have been overwhelmed and unsure where to start. In my excitement I went out and bought Nietzsche, Freud, Dostoevsky, Jung, Marx, you name it. I then realized that you don't begin running by attempting a marathon, you start with a light jog. I needed to learn the basics and have a background and overview of what I was getting myself into. In comes Philosophy 101. This book is written extremely well in a simple, concise, and logical order that anyone can understand. It breaks down complex topics into bite sized amounts and doesn't feel overwhelming at all. It is also extremely engaging, there's something magical about the way the author articulates his points. This may sound strange but it actually IS a page turnover (you probably weren't expecting that). There is NOTHING boring about this book. If you are newly embarking on this journey of understanding philosophy this is THE place to start. I will say this book is slightly on the smaller side and it first I was concerned it would hinder the reading experience but on the contrary it actually improved it. The text is perfectly legible and sized perfectly, absolutely no difficulty in reading. I actually like the fact it is a little smaller, it makes it so convenient to grab a chair, sit outside, and immerse yourself in the text. *Important note to add I also purchased a book called "The Philosophy Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained" along with this one which proved to be an excellent decision and complements this book perfectly. Philosophy 101 reads more like a traditional book but The Philosophy Book is a larger beautifully illustrated work of art that acts more like a reference book. It covers hundreds of philosophers and each of them has a dedicated section, along with exemplary illustrated examples of philosophical topics. I HIGHLY suggest you buy the hardcover copy of that book as well if you can swing it. As Descartes once said cogito, ergo sum, I think, therefore I am.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for homeschooling
*by C***N on December 2, 2025*

Great for homeschooling

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A good smattering of philosophy... Recommended for beginners
*by J***J on March 8, 2021*

This book might be good for postmodern audiences with short attention spans, though it is technically not a good introduction to the vast subject of philosophy. Though the author is not a professional philosopher nor does he have any academic degrees in the subject, he is a good teacher and has done his homework. I cannot recommend this book for those who want to study philosophy on an academic level, though it is worthwhile for those looking for a quick overview of some hot topics in philosophy.

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