Title: A Sneetch is a Sneetch and Other Philosophical Discoveries
Description: What can we learn about philosophy through children's books? This warm and charming volume casts a spell on adult readers as it unveils the surprisingly profound philosophical wisdom contained in children's picture books, from Dr Seuss's Sneetches to William Steig's Shrek! . With a light touch and good humor, Wartenberg discusses the philosophical ideas in these classic stories, and provides parents with a practical starting point for discussing philosophical issues with their children. Accessible and multi-layered, it answers questions like, Is it okay for adults to deceive kids? What's the difference between saying the Mona Lisa is a great painting and vanilla is your favorite flavor?
Subjects: Literature, philosophy, Picture books for children, Books and reading, Philosophy in literature, Knowledge, Theory of, in literature, History and criticism, Children's literature, Children, Children's literature, history and criticism, Children, books and reading, Knowledge, theory of