A Sneetch is a Sneetch and Other Philosophical Discoveries

Finding Wisdom in Children's Literature

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Philosophy, History, Criticism, & Surveys
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Author: Thomas E. Wartenberg ISBN: 9781118545065
Publisher: Wiley Publication: February 28, 2013
Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell Language: English
Author: Thomas E. Wartenberg
ISBN: 9781118545065
Publisher: Wiley
Publication: February 28, 2013
Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell
Language: English

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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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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