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Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. N° de ref. del artículo G0020854501I3N00
The principal philosophical arguments on the existence of God are brought together here. From the ancient Greeks and Anselm to the present-day and Bertrand Russell, both sides are represented. First come the contributions of Western philosophers to the five arguments traditionally used to-prove that God exists; then come the basic challenges to them; and finally the recent writings that probe what it means to assertl that God exists.
Título: The Existence of God (Problems of Philosophy...
Editorial: The Macmillan Company
Año de publicación: 1964
Encuadernación: Paperback
Condición: Good
Condición de la sobrecubierta: No Jacket
Librería: Crappy Old Books, Barry, Reino Unido
Condición: Used. In a world where the mere existence of a missing sock can spark philosophical debates fiercer than a rainy day on the Yorkshire moors, John Hick?s audacious tome, "The Existence of God," wades into the murky waters of metaphysical inquiry with the enthusiasm of a kitten in a bathtub. Published in 1964 by the ever-dignified Macmillan, this book promises to unravel the mysteries of the divine with the same precision and flair one might expect from a Sunday roast gone slightly awry. Hick, a philosopher whose musings seem to straddle the line between erudition and the kind of chatter you?d overhear at a pub quiz, sets out to explore the celestial conundrum that has baffled humankind since our ancestors first gazed up at the stars and wondered if they were merely holes in the sky or perhaps something more profound?like portals to an intergalactic pub where everyone knows your name. Buckle up, dear reader; you?re in for a wild ride through the realms of logical reasoning, theological nuance, and the occasional ruminative digression that makes you question whether you?ve just consumed a pint of ale or a pint of existential dread. Delve into Hick?s arguments, which are as intricate as a tapestry and possibly just as dusty. With a style that might make you ponder if he was trying to outwit both the skeptics and the devout in a game of intellectual chess, each chapter is designed to leave you simultaneously enlightened and slightly bewildered. After all, who knew that the question of God?s existence could be approached with the seriousness of a committee meeting and the levity of a stand-up comedy night? Among the delightful offerings in this philosophical buffet, you?ll encounter: A detailed analysis of the historical context surrounding the concept of God?because who doesn?t love a good timeline? Contemplations on the nature of faith that might make you reconsider your own beliefs or, at the very least, your choice of breakfast cereal. References to various thinkers, ranging from the well-known stalwarts to those you might only recognize if you?re particularly astute or slightly pretentious. Hick?s attempts to engage with the reader that feel less like an invitation to dialogue and more like a polite request for you to reconsider your life choices. Unexpected tangents that could easily have you questioning whether you just read a philosophical treatise or a rather dense crossword puzzle. Condition: Used. This copy has been lovingly thumbed through, perhaps by those wrestling with their existential dilemmas or merely trying to impress dates with their intellectual prowess. Expect the occasional dog-eared page and margin notes that might reveal more about the previous owner?s thoughts on the matter than the author?s. Indeed, some passages are marked with exclamation points or poignant doodles that could serve as an interpretive art piece of their own. As you navigate the pages of this philosophical heavyweight, remember to keep your wits about you. The book may contain more questions than answers, leaving you to wonder if the true existence of God is perhaps hidden somewhere between the lines?or maybe just in the back of your mind alongside that unreturned library book from your student days. A must-read for those who enjoy sipping tea while contemplating the very fabric of reality, this volume is the perfect companion for anyone who has ever felt that the universe might just be a grand cosmic joke. As always, you can find this literary nugget at Crappy Old Books, where we celebrate the quirks and oddities of literature, one well-loved volume at a time. So whether you?re searching for divine inspiration or just a good chuckle, rest assured that "The Existence of God" delivers an experience as multifaceted as the nature of the divine itself?or just a rather dusty philosophical discussion waiting to happen. Nº de ref. del artículo: 883
Cantidad disponible: 1 disponibles
Librería: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Reino Unido
Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Nº de ref. del artículo: GOR003409021
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Librería: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Reino Unido
Paperback. Condición: Good. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine. Nº de ref. del artículo: GOR002077786
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Librería: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, Reino Unido
Condición: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Ex library copy with usual stamps & stickers. Nº de ref. del artículo: rev2291005248
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Librería: Anybook.com, Lincoln, Reino Unido
Condición: Fair. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,250grams, ISBN:9780020854500. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9408058
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Librería: Anybook.com, Lincoln, Reino Unido
Condición: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,300grams, ISBN:0020854501. Nº de ref. del artículo: 8539714
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Librería: Anybook.com, Lincoln, Reino Unido
Condición: Poor. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. Clean from markings In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,250grams, ISBN:9780020854500. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9434642
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Librería: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, Estados Unidos de America
Paperback. Condición: Fair. First Edition. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way. Nº de ref. del artículo: 0020854501-7-1
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Librería: Christian Book And Music - Victoria, Victoria, BC, Canada
Paperback. Condición: Good. Nº de ref. del artículo: 978002085450U
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Librería: London Bridge Books, London, Reino Unido
Paperback. Condición: Good. Nº de ref. del artículo: 0020854501-3-20515396
Cantidad disponible: 3 disponibles