Paradoxes from A to Z
By: Michael Clark.
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2007
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 253
ISBN-13: 9780415420822; 9780415420839; 9780203962367
Subjects: Paradox; Paradoxes
Description: "Michael Clark's bestselling Paradoxes from A to Z is a lively and refreshing introduction to some of the famous puzzles that have troubled thinkers from Zeno and Galileo to Lewis Carroll and Bertrand Russell. He invites you to ponder Achilles and the Tortoise, The Ship of Theseus, Hempel's Ravens, the Prisoners' Dilemma, The Barber Paradox, and many more." "This second edition features ten brain-teasing new paradoxes including the Paradox of Interesting Numbers, the Muddy Children and the Self-Amendment Paradox. Packed full of intriguing conundrums, Paradoxes from A to Z is an ideal introduction to philosophy and perfect for anyone seeking to sharpen up their thinking skills."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.