The great ideas of philosophyDaniel N. Robinson
The great ideas of philosophy
by Daniel N. Robinson · first published 2002
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Lecture-based survey of major philosophical ideas, recommended as an accessible first introduction to the field, especially for those new to philosophy or without formal background.
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Literally creating an account because I have to recommend "Great Ideas of Philosophy" by Professor Robinson. It was the first survey course to philosophy I took, and being somewhat unschooled in that area, it opened my eyes to a new world
on “C.S. Lewis on the Reading of Old Books” ↗i always liked the "Great Ideas of Philosophy" series by Daniel Robinson, for the Teaching Company (now the Great Courses). it's available to purchase from the great courses website or from Wondrium's very good subscription lectures streaming service.…
on “Ask HN: What's the best lecture series you've ever seen?” ↗Feynman: "Los Alamos from Bellow" speech, "You Must Be Joking Mr Feynman". The Teaching Company has "The Great Ideas of Philosophy/Psychology" series and courses in economics I'd recommend.
on “Ask YC: Road trip. Which audio books would you recommend?” ↗A number of great selections from The Great Courses, including: The Great Ideas of Philosophy [0] Science Wars: What Scientists Know and How They Know It [1] The History of the United States [2] World War II: A Military and Social History [3] There's also this new translation of The Odyssey…
on “Ash HN: What is your must-read audiobook?” ↗YES! "A History of Philosophy Without Any Gaps" is the best place imho for anyone to just into learning philosophy. I'd also recommend "The Great Ideas of Philosophy, 2nd Edition" on audible. https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Great-Ideas-of-Philosophy-2nd...
on “A curated list of philosophy resources” ↗