Exploring the Meaning of Life: An Anthology and Guide
"What is the meaning of life?" is one of the most important questions that can be asked. Indeed, it is the question that attracts many people to philosophy in the first place. But students are often disappointed that their courses do not address it, and instructors who wish to do so have difficulty finding appropriate texts. This anthology is the answer to their problem. It is both a guide to the issue and an excellent collection of readings from a variety of viewpoints. I recommend it for both classroom use and for personal enjoyment.-Linda Zagzebski, The University of OklahomaThis is a fine anthology of the best recent essays on one of the deepest philosophical questions. It is a much-needed and successful effort to make serious philosophical work accessible to literate non-specialists and students. The explanatory introductions to each part and references pointing to further readings are especially helpful.-John Kekes, Union College--This text refers to theHardcoveredition.