Books like The philosophy book by Gregory Bassham

A series of spiritual exercises for leading a meaningful life, 2,000 years old and still relevant today.

The Tao of Physics examines the resonances between modern physics and Eastern mysticism, illuminating how concepts like the Tao, quantum theory, and the nature of reality intersect across science and spirituality.

A concise exploration of Bertrand Russell’s key philosophical questions, focusing primarily on epistemology while briefly addressing metaphysics and other contemporary issues.

Edited transcripts of eight Alan Watts lectures (1960‑1973) that weave Taoist thought into a dialogue between Eastern and Western philosophy, offering a concise introduction to his wit and wisdom.

A tour of philosophy through six philosophers, with an emphasis on epistemology and ethics.

A collection of interviews with some of the world's leading philosophers and intellectuals on a wide range of issues.

Who am I? What is justice? What does it mean to live a good life? Many of the fundamental questions of philosophy are questions that we begin to ask ourselves as young adults when we look at the world around us, at ourselves, and try to make sense of things. This engaging and accessible book invites the reader to explore the questions and arguments of philosophy through the work of one hundred of the greatest thinkers within the Western intellectual tradition. Covering philosophical, scientific, political and religious thought over a period of 2500 years, Philosophy will serve as an excellent guide for those interested in knowing about individual thinkers--such as Plato, Aristotle, Rousseau and Nietzsche, to name just a few--and the questions and observations that inspired them to write. By presenting individual thinkers, details of their lives and the concerns and circumstances that motivated them, this book makes philosophy come to life as a relevant and meaningful approach to thinking about the contemporary world. A lucid and engaging book full of thought-provoking quotations, as well as clear explanations and definitions, Philosophy is sure to encourage students and laymen alike to investigate further.

A medieval masterpiece by Boethius that blends prose and verse to explore fate, fortune, and the nature of happiness through a dramatic dialogue between the author and his philosophical muse.

A clear, undergraduate‑friendly guide to major philosophical themes—from ethics and epistemology to the mind, free will, and the existence of God, featuring study aids and a comprehensive test bank.