This bestselling text has long been the standard by which other introductory philosophy anthologies are judged. REASON AND RESPONSIBILITY: READINGS IN SOME BASIC PROBLEMS OF PHILOSOPHY, 16th Edition, provides a comprehensive anthology of high-quality primary readings, organized topically and drawn from historical and contemporary sources. The scope of the text's readings—90 in all—covers the central issues in metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of religion, philosophy of mind, and ethics. Each section has been updated and expanded for this edition. It also upholds the anthology's traditional emphasis on high-quality translations and full-length articles. Newly revised, concise introductions provide students with reading tips and background information that allow them to engage directly and meaningfully with the primary sources. With REASON AND RESPONSIBILITY, you don't have to spend valuable time assembling material for your introductory philosophy class. This proven collection offers a comprehensive selection of essential, engaging readings that instructors have turned to for decades.
