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An invitation to the habits of good thinking from philosopher Julian now, it should be clear: in the face of disinformation and disaster, we cannot hot take, life hack, or meme our way to a better future. But how should we respond instead? In How to Think like a Philosopher, Julian Baggini turns to the study of reason itself for practical solutions to this question, inspired by our most eminent philosophers, past and offers twelve key principles for a more humane, balanced, and rational approach to thinking: pay attention; question everything (including your questions); watch your steps; follow the facts; watch your language; be eclectic; be a psychologist; know what matters; lose your ego; think for yourself, not by yourself; only connect; and don’t give up. Each chapter is chockful of real-world examples showing these principles at work–from the discovery of penicillin to the fight for trans rights–and how they lead to more thoughtful conclusions. More than a book of tips and tricks (or ways to be insufferably clever at parties), How to Think like a Philosopher is an invitation to develop the habits of good reasoning that our world desperately needs.
Author: Julian Baggini
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Published: 11/4/2025
Pages: 336
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.82 lbs
Size: 8.49″ H x 5.62″ L x 0.68″ W
ISBN: 9780226845524
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