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The first textbook available for A Level Philosophy students, this text has been written in an engaging and accessible style covering the AQA AS Level specification precisely.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is undoubtedly one of the better textbooks for AQA AS philosophy. Every topic and set text is covered and covered in depth. The narrative style is most definitely accessible, while the content is both authorative and imensely enjoyable.
The real joy of this textbook, though, is that extra amount of detail the author goes into. There are illustrations, explanations and digressions galore. The direct references to specfic thinkers and their works, including contemporary ones, are extremely beneficial. What this is tome is really useful for is that crucial extra evaluative points in exam essays.
However, there are certain...lovable eccentricites, shall we say, of this book. A lot of the detial is supeflous. Sometimes Hamilton doesn't keep a clear eye on the specification, covering things 'his way' instead. Every now and a then you question the relevance and wish the book had been a little more straightforward on a topic. Remember, this is definitely a book for the more able/more interested students, this is not suitable for all students.
These are criticims, no doubt about it, but they are ones that can be put aside it favour of the pros. Good textbooks are in short supply and this one really helped me on countless occasions. For every time you question the book's approach there is a multitude of times you will heartily commend it. The book is still, on the whole, excellent.
If you have the money, pick up a second book ('Revise Philosophy for AS' perhaps?) because reading different explanations and views I have found to be essential in this subject. Also, print out the specification and keep an eye on what you need to know.
The real joy of this textbook, though, is that extra amount of detail the author goes into. There are illustrations, explanations and digressions galore. The direct references to specfic thinkers and their works, including contemporary ones, are extremely beneficial. What this is tome is really useful for is that crucial extra evaluative points in exam essays.
However, there are certain...lovable eccentricites, shall we say, of this book. A lot of the detial is supeflous. Sometimes Hamilton doesn't keep a clear eye on the specification, covering things 'his way' instead. Every now and a then you question the relevance and wish the book had been a little more straightforward on a topic. Remember, this is definitely a book for the more able/more interested students, this is not suitable for all students.
These are criticims, no doubt about it, but they are ones that can be put aside it favour of the pros. Good textbooks are in short supply and this one really helped me on countless occasions. For every time you question the book's approach there is a multitude of times you will heartily commend it. The book is still, on the whole, excellent.
If you have the money, pick up a second book ('Revise Philosophy for AS' perhaps?) because reading different explanations and views I have found to be essential in this subject. Also, print out the specification and keep an eye on what you need to know.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
For AS Philosophy students this book is a must-have. Relying solely on this beauty you can attain the highest grades. Although it may frighten those students who aren't willing to go past the superficial level, salvation lies within for those who are. The detail it goes into is in fact far more than you will need for the exams, but in doing so it ensures that nothing can catch you out.
Make use of this fantastic textbook and take salvation in the fact that it's all you need to walk your exams. Now it's down to you to do the work! Inside you will find the entire AQA syllabus (including detailed sections on texts). Enjoy!
Make use of this fantastic textbook and take salvation in the fact that it's all you need to walk your exams. Now it's down to you to do the work! Inside you will find the entire AQA syllabus (including detailed sections on texts). Enjoy!
15 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is very well written, explaining the ideas clearly and simply with analogies and is very easy to understand. It is an excellent book to revise from that also adds to what you may already know about the course as well as clearing up anything you may not have fully understood before. I have also used this book with one of my courses at university and have lent the book to other students who have found it a great help, so it is certainly a good investment if you wish to study philosophy further.
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In depth and detailed!
A lot of very in depth analysis and fully discussed points. Covers all themes well and in great detail. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Mewbear
Understanding Philosophy for AS level. C. Hamilton.
This is a very well written introductory philosophy book sutable for A level or first year undergraduates. Read more
Published on 23 Feb 2010 by Mr. Roger D. Schofield
Good, but there is more
Yes, reviewers are right about this book covering the modules very well, but I find more interesting material and a livelier style in Simon Blackburn's Think and I have just seen... Read more
Published on 29 Sep 2007 by Entertaining Philosophy
excellent academic companion.
This book explores the main philosphical concepts required for assessment at AS level and in this it performs extremly well. Read more
Published on 22 Oct 2006 by led zep
Excellent Text
I used this book through my AS Level and for exam revision, it helped me get my B (later A after re-take). Read more
Published on 18 Mar 2006 by "ruj87"
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