A Brief History of the Paradox

“Because paradoxes show great minds at once at their most inspired and befuddled, a book like this makes an excellent introduction to philosophy in general. By treating how different thinkers deal with a problem, Mr. Sorensen provides a sort of whistle-stop tour of Western thought.”–New York Sun”Because paradoxes show great minds at once at their most inspired and befuddled, a book like this makes an excellent introduction to philosophy in general. By treating how different thinkers deal with a problem, Mr. Sorensen provides a sort of whistle-stop tour of Western thought.“–New York Sun”One of the most enjoyable books I read this past year, though I don’t share Sorenson’s conception of philosophy. To fully appreciate the book–and to adequately assess it–you would need to be a philosopher, which I am not. But for general readers with a strong interest in philosophy, it’s an unbeatable bedside book, witty and stimulating if taken in small doses.“–John Wilson, Christianity Today”High-interest material for recreational philosophers.“–Booklist”Clear, informative, well-documented, witty, intelligent–an enticing philosophical adventure that will captivate the attention of scholars and neophytes alike. A wonderful portrait of philosophy through the history of its most bewildering issues.“–Achille Varzi, Columbia University

Roy Sorensen is Professor of Philosophy at Dartmouth College.

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