An introduction to philosophy and ethics - Mel Thompson

An Introduction to Philosophy and Ethics offers students a straightforward and concise outline of the key topics and arguments in the Philosophy of Religion and Ethics. With selected quotations from classic texts, annotated arguments, and clear explanations of the background to each issue and theory, it provides the core material required for success at AS level and beyond.

The text includes:

- information boxes, giving the key facts required to answer questions on each topic

- advice on handling source material

- 'Points to Consider' to encourage students to think through the issues and prepare themselves to evaluate and comment in a carefully reasoned fashion

- Study guides that help to enable students to develop the skills they need, featuring appropriate questions, advice on taking notes, revision, and guidance on how to use their knowledge effectively in examinations.

Reference is made to other titles in the Access to Philosophy series, encouraging students to integrate the core skills and information set out in this book with the range of material that they need for more advanced study.