Advantages: Interesting critique of both popular culture and philosophy (works at two levels) Disadvantages: Not so sure who it's aimed at, poor value for money published on its own
...Don't read if easily offended! A simple glance at the title of this book - really an essay, albeit available in a small hardback volume (more on that later) - will tell you that Harry Frankfurt will pull no punches. While he sometimes calls it humbug, hok ...
Advantages: Short, some interesting arguments Disadvantages: A bit overpriced
My first surprise about this book (other than the title, which is problematic to add to this review due to the propriety involved) is its brevity. Given the vastness, at least in potential, of the subject matter, the book could fill volumes. Of course, th ...