Stories of Philosophy

“Stories of Philosophy captures the reader’s attention with vivid narratives that illustrate with subtlety and precision various philosophical concepts, theories, and arguments. It is a pedagogical tour de force.”–Mark Alfano, Delft University of Technology

“Davis is the best storywriter among philosophers that I am aware of, and his short stories are an effective way to engage students’ imagination and thinking about possibilities and different positions on philosophical issues. I like how he consistently starts with the stories, then expands on the philosophical issues in them into a broader canvas of debates and positions. The book is a complete and integrated package for all instructors who like to do something alternative to just doing a history of philosophy.”–Guy Axtell, Radford University

“Stories of Philosophy is comprehensive, engaging, clear, and written at an appropriate level. The inclusion of the literary introductions makes this volume more engaging for students than other texts. I also like its inclusion of discussions of personal identity, women, minorities, and a host of other often-ignored topics.”–Stephen H. Daniel, Texas A & M University

“I think that using fiction to hook the reader is an excellent idea, and one that I’ve tried using previously. The blend of classical and modern philosophers used to illustrate the different concepts is appreciated.”–Karl A. Stocker, Eastern Connecticut State University