A Sneetch is a Sneetch and Other Philosophical Discoveries : Finding Wisdom in Children's Literature Hardback
by Thomas E. (Mount Holyoke College, USA) Wartenberg
Hardback
Description
Taking Picture Books Seriously: What can we learn about philosophy through children's books? This warm and charming volume casts a spell on adult readers as it unveils the surprisingly profound philosophical wisdom contained in children's picture books, from Dr Seuss's Sneetches to William Steig's Shrek!.
With a light touch and good humor, Wartenberg discusses the philosophical ideas in these classic stories, and provides parents with a practical starting point for discussing philosophical issues with their children.
Accessible and multi-layered, it answers questions like, Is it okay for adults to deceive kids?
What's the difference between saying the Mona Lisa is a great painting and vanilla is your favorite flavor?
Each chapter includes illustrations commissioned especially for this book.
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:176 pages
- Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Publication Date:16/04/2013
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- ISBN:9780470656785
Information
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:176 pages
- Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Publication Date:16/04/2013
- Category:
- ISBN:9780470656785