Wonder is a Verb - Kindle Non-Fiction

Wonder is a Verb: An Uncommon Crash Course in the Art of Philosophical Thinking
by Thomas Swanson

In both the public school systems and popular culture the topics of philosophy and philosophical thinking are sadly neglected—and sometimes even scorned. To those of us who think outside the box, this neglect and scorn from the usual suspects is a good indication that something true, right, and beautiful is not far away. The homeschool movement promises to once again recognize and incorporate philosophy as a central and important facet of an enriching and well-rounded education. Are you a homeschool student? parent? Congratulations! You are courageous pioneers, and this book was written for you! 

Thomas Swanson paints a contrary picture of what philosophical thinking really is in this uncommon book sharing how he believes the quest of philosophy really started; in wonder—in the hearts of curious men and women in awe of a wonderful world.

In this book you will:
• Learn what philosophy really is, beneath the connotations and negative senses it often has in our culture
• Begin to develop your personal skill of philosophical thinking
• Enjoy an engaging first pass at the history of classical philosophy
• In short, you will learn to wonder from the greatest wonderers in the history of mankind.

The book starts off with a surprising description of the philosophical spirit, one that is inspired by wonder. Then we follow five main early Greek philosophers, including Plato and Aristotle, learning from them as they together tackle an ancient philosophical question. Finally, the strategies of philosophical thinking are tied together in a charming conversation between a New York taxi driver and a professor of philosophy, who you'll see become a philosopher before your very eyes! 

This is an introduction to philosophy and philosophical thinking like no other. Enjoy!

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