Scott Hershovitz Bücher

'Witty and learned ... Hershovitz intertwines parenting and philosophy, recounting his spirited arguments with his kids about infinity, morality, and the existence of God' Jordan Ellenberg, author of ShapeA funny, wise guide to the art of thinking, and why the smallest people have the answers to the biggest questions'Anyone can do philosophy, every kid does...'Some of the best philosophers in the world can be found in the most unlikely places: in preschools and playgrounds. They gather to debate questions about metaphysics and morality, even though they've never heard the words, and can't tie their shoelaces. As Scott Hershovitz shows in this delightful book, kids are astoundingly good philosophers. And, if we let ourselves pause to think along with them, we might discover that we are, too.Nasty, Brutish, and Short is a unique guide to the art of thinking, led by a celebrated philosophy professor and his two young sons. Together, Scott, Rex, and Hank take us on a romp through classic and contemporary philosophy, steered by questions like, does Hank have the right to drink Fanta? When is it okay to swear? And, does the number six exist? They explore weighty issues, like punishment and authority; sex, gender, and race; the nature of truth and knowledge; and the existence of God. And they call on a host of professional philosophers, famous and obscure, to help them along the way. Ultimately, they demonstrate that we shouldn't just support kids in their philosophical adventures: we should join them, so that we can rekindle our own innate, childlike wonder at the world. We'd all be better, more discerning thinkers for it.

"From a Michigan professor of law and philosophy, a thought-provoking investigation into life's biggest questions with the help of great philosophers old and new-including his two young children. Like any new parent, Scott Hershovitz closely observed histwo young sons, Rex and Hank, from their early days. From the time they could talk, he noticed that they raised philosophical questions and were determined to answer them. Children find the world a puzzling place, so they try to puzzle it out. Often, thatleads to profound insight. Sometimes, they recreated ancient arguments. Sometimes, they advanced novel views. Kids are natural philosophers, Hershovitz realized. Indeed, they are some of the best around. With great humor and storytelling, Hershovitz follows an agenda set by Rex and Hank, canvassing pressing questions about rights, revenge, authority, sex, gender, race, knowledge, truth, and other daunting mysteries most grown-ups mostly ignore. Through the lens of his sons' curiosity, Hershovitz takes uson an engaging tour through contemporary and classic philosophy. We all want our children to think deeply about themselves, the world around them, and their place within it. Hershovitz calls on us to support our kids' philosophical adventures. But more than that, he challenges us to join up to them, so that we can become better, more discerning thinkers and recapture some of the wonder kids have at the world"-- Provided by publisher

What is law, and why does it matter? Scott Hershovitz says that law is a moral practice—a tool for adjusting our moral relations. This claim is simple on its face, but it has stark implications for the rule of law. At once erudite and entertaining, Hershovitz’s argument engages with the most important legal and political controversies of our time.

Každý dospělý může být filozofem a každé dítě jím je. Jedni z nejlepších filozofů na světě se scházejí tam, kde bychom je nečekali: v mateřských školách a na dětských hřištích. Diskutují o otázkách spjatých s metafyzikou a morálkou, přestože tato slova ještě nikdy neslyšeli a možná si ani neumějí zavázat tkaničky. Jsou to děti. A jak nám Scott Hershovitz dokazuje ve svém laskavém debutu, jsou to také překvapivě dobří filozofové. Hershovitz má dva malé syny, Rexe a Hanka. Od chvíle, kdy začali mluvit, si všímal, že si pokládají filozofické otázky a snaží se také na všechny najít odpověď. Spolu se svými dětmi nás autor zve na zábavnou procházku klasickou i současnou filozofií, na níž se budeme zabývat otázkami typu: Má Hank právo pít limonádu? Kdy je v pořádku nadávat? Existuje číslo šest? Hershovitz a jeho kluci se ale věnují i závažnějším tématům. Zkoumají tresty, autoritu, sex, pohlaví, rasu, povahu pravdy a poznání a existenci Boha. Pomáhají jim skuteční filozofové, jak slavní, tak téměř neznámí. A ukazují, že když budeme naslouchat dětem a přemýšlet s nimi, můžeme se všichni hodně naučit. Hershovitz nás vyzývá, abychom děti podporovali v jejich filozofických dobrodružstvích. Ale nejen to – vybízí nás, abychom se k nim přidali, abychom se stali lepšími a zdravě kritickými mysliteli a znovu prožili kousek z dětského úžasu nad světem.