The Philosophy Shelf

Befuddled: The Lives & Legends of Ancient Philosophers
David Birch
Iff Books
c/o John Hunt Publishing
www.johnhuntpublishing.com
9781789048261, $19.95, PB, 168pp

https://www.amazon.com/Befuddled-Lives-Legends-Ancient-Philosophers/dp/1789= 048265

Synopsis: A book for aspiring philosophers of all ages, with the publicatio=
n of "Befuddled: The Lives & Legends of Ancient Philosophers", David Birch = takes the read on a journey back in time to explore the lives, legends and = ideas of ancient philosophers.

Theories on the origin of the universe, the nature of the mind, and a great=
deal more are presented alongside bizarre stories of mad emperors and talk= ing skulls. Featuring an array of iconic figures, including Socrates, Pytha= goras and the Buddha, "Befuddled" superbly illustrates how lives devoted to=
confusion and wonder not only give rise to fascinating ideas about reality=
, they also brim with wild moments and remarkable tales.

As an author David Birch invites you to add your own life to the collection=
.. With questions and activities designed to start you on your own extraordi= nary explorations, "Befuddled" will help you discover your own powers of th= ought while you experience for yourself the freaky thrills of befuddlement.

Critique: Fun, informative, exceptional, thoughtful and thought-provoking, = "Befuddled: The Lives & Legends of Ancient Philosophers" is a splendid intr= oduction to philosophy and the philosophers of old. Exceptionally well writ= ten, organized and presented, "Befuddled" is also available in a digital bo=
ok format (Kindle, $15.99) and is a welcome and recommended addition to per= sonal, professional, highschool, community, and academic library History of=
Philosophy collections and supplemental curriculum studies lists.

Editorial Note: David G.W. Birch (https://dgwbirch.com) is a director of Co= nsult Hyperion, an IT management consultancy that specializes in electronic=
transactions. Dave is a member of the editorial board of the E-Finance & P= ayments Law and Policy Journal, a columnist for SPEED and well known for hi=
s blogs on digital money and digital identity. He is a media commentator on=
electronic business issues (having appeared on BBC television and radio, S=
ky and other channels around the world).

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