In his exemplary clear style, nigel warburton introduces and assesses thirtytwo philosophical classics from platos republic to rawls a theory of. David edmonds and nigel warburton are the cohosts of philosophy bites. If you have a pc you might be able to get episodes from our site by right clicking, but itunes is a free download and. Nigel warburton is currently considered a single author. Basic readings is the ideal introduction to some of the most accessible and thoughtprovoking pieces in philosophy, both contemporary and classic. Il est surtout connu pour ses ouvrages philosophiques a succes, a little history of philosophy yale university press, philosophy. Stephen law, author of the philosophy gym philosophy.
His other podcasts include social science bites, free speech bites, everyday philosophy, and philosophy. Warburton received a ba from the university of bristol and a phd from darwin college, cambridge and was a lecturer at the university of nottingham before joining the department of philosophy at the open university in 1994. The podcast ethics bites is now available from the philosophy section of itunes which is a subsection of society and culture within the podcasts area. He is best known as a populariser of philosophy, having written a number of books in the genre, but he has also written academic works in aesthetics and applied ethics. Now in its fourth edition, nigel warburtons bestselling book gently eases the reader into the world of philosophy. The basics gently eases the reader into the world of philosophy.
Each chapter considers a key area of philosophy, explaining and exploring the basic ideas and themes. Basic readings has been expanded to include new pieces in each major area of philosophy. Readership of leading uk political magazine, the new. Download philosophy bites bitesized philosophy topics and enjoy it on your. If you have an iphone read this bit of news generally the simplest way to download episodes of philosophy bites is via itunes. Soren kierkegaards eitheror is an oblique but brilliant contribution to philosophy. About the hosts david edmonds and nigel warburton are the cohosts of philosophy bites.
Ethics bites with david edmonds a series of 14 interviews with contemporary philosophers on different aspects of ethics. Listen to nigel warburton on kierkegaards eitheror 16. There is no better short introduction to philosophy. Generally the simplest way to download episodes of philosophy. The classics author nigel warburton summarises the book and considers several interpretations of it. Other podcasts include social science bites, ethics bites, philosophy. Nigel warburton is senior lecturer at the open university. Basic readings, thinking from az, and the basics of essay writing all published by routledge. We have just posted the 52nd episode of our philosophy bites podcast series. Philosophy bites bitesized philosophy topics on the app. Soren kierkegaards eitheror is the subject of a new podcast episode in the series philosophy. This podcast is based on the third edition of my book of the same name.
The classics, each episode is focused on a great philosophical book. Very highly recommended for those that want to enhance their knowledge and have a better understanding of the basic topics that torture human mind, without having to yawn and dwell with dull or inextricable texts, as it happens with other anthologies, of a more complex and. Nigel warburton has written a number of books including philosophy. Nigel warburtons best selling book gently eases the reader into the world of philosophy. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading philosophy. It is very gratifying to know that so many people are interested in philosophy. The classics is a brisk and invigorating tour through the great books of western philosophy. Your next choice, causing death and saving lives by the english philosopher jonathan glover, is another work on moral philosophy. Only one episode is available so far, thomas pogge on persuading pharmaceutical companies that it could be in their interest to make drugs available to the poor. The best introductions to philosophy, as recommended by the freelance philosopher and author of a little history of philosophy, nigel warburton. If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. Nigel warburton s best selling book gently eases the reader into the world of philosophy.
Nigel warburton, copresenter of philosophy bites, is interviewed by tpms editor, james garvey. Jan 31, 2015 nigel warburton, copresenter of philosophy bites, is interviewed by tpms editor, james garvey. For the fourth edition, warburton has added new sections to several chapters, revised others and brought the further reading sections up to date. Currently on the podcast feed, warburton reads chapters from his book summarizing classics such as platos the republic, aristotles nicomachean ethics, boethius the consolation of philosophy, machiavellis the prince, and descartes meditations. The classics nigel warburton attempts to summarise immanuel kants critique of pure reason, a notoriously difficult yet. The best introductions to philosophy five books expert. Currently on the podcast feed, warburton reads chapters from his book summarizing classics such as platos the republic, aristotles nicomachean ethics, boethius the consolation of philosophy, machiavellis the. Nigel warburton brings philosophy to life with an imaginative selection of philosophical writings on key topics. The classics subscribe to rss feed here for philosophy. Further details about how to download this mp3 here.
A truly wonderful selection of readings about philosophy and philosophys central issues by professor nigel warburton. He is author of several books including philosophy. Nigel warburton primary author only author division. Basic readings has been expanded to include new pieces in each major. Public ethics radio, a new philosophy podcast, has just launched in australia. Ive had a few emails asking how to download episodes to listen to on a computer, mp3 player, ipod, phone etc.
Philosophy has always been ridiculed for having its head in the clouds, but in a virtual corner of the philosophical world, nigel warburton has been proving philosophys detractors wrong for years. He is best known as a populariser of philosophy, having written a number of books in the genre, but he has also written academic works in aesthetics and applied ethics external links. His plan is to introduce what he calls a health impact fund to reward patenters of successful drugs in proportion to their success. He is author of several books for routledge including philosophy. This is the most convenient way to access philosophy bites on your iphone, ipod touch, ipad. The basics deservedly remains the most recommended introduction to philosophy on the market. Nigel warburton is the coauthor with dave edmonds of philosophy bites, which is based on their successful podcasts of the same name. These carefully chosen readings are easy to understand, are accessible and will give the reader a thorough understanding of philosophy. Nigel warburton is senior lecturer at the open university and author of a number of popular books about philosophy. It is also available with additional material from so far you can download interviews with peter singer and mary warnock. Warburton is patient, accurate and, above all, cle. When i was an undergraduate, this book made me think philosophy was really worth studying.
Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Nigel warburtons most philosophy the basics newcastle philosophy society datetime dates wednesday, october 18, 2017 7. The classics which is an introduction to 27 key works in the history of philosophy. The basics by nigel warburton and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The book examines and summarizes 27 classic works of philosophy. Generally the simplest way to download episodes of philosophy bites is via itunes. It showed me that philosophy isnt nitpicking or school debating societies, but rather a subject that gets right to the heart of what matters. Each chapter considers a key area of philosophy grouped under the following. He is cocreator, with david edmonds, of the popular philosophy podcast philosophy bites.
Nigel warburton, virtual philosopher the philosophers magazine. Philosophy bites bitesized philosophy topics on the app store. Author nigel warburton reads from his book philosophy. The classics podcast is top of itunes society and culture section. In his exemplary clear style, nigel warburton introduces and assesses thirtytwo philosophical classics from platos republic to rawls a theory of justice. Nigel warburton reading the second chapter of his book philosophy. From wednesday, an interview with michael ostuka will there. Now in its fourth edition, nigel warburton s bestselling book gently eases the reader into the world of philosophy. If you have a mac you probably have this preloaded you can click here to open the relevant link it will start up your itunes application. The classics has hit the number one spot of the society and culture section in the uk itunes rankings today pipping in our time and start the week. The basics is the book for anyone coming to philosophy for the first time. There is also a video about making the series and transcripts of all episodes.
Warburton is patient, accurate and, above all, clear. Nigel warburton reads john drydens translation of lucretius on fear of death. Ideal readings for anyone coming to philosophy for the first time. Philosophy bites direct to your iphone there is now a philosophy bites iphone app available from. A year into the series and the download figures are amazing beyond anything we expected. Feb 17, 2011 nigel warburton is the coauthor with dave edmonds of philosophy bites, which is based on their successful podcasts of the same name. Listen to nigel and david talking about this book 3 mins 51 secs here. Download philosophy bites bitesized philosophy topics and enjoy it on. Nigel warburton, virtual philosopher the philosophers. Philosophy bites with david edmonds a series of over 200 interviews with contemporary philosophers.