Which philosopher jumped into a volcano to prove he was a god? How did the world begin? Who said, 'I think, therefore I am' - and what does it mean?
Philosophers have been pondering the hows, whats, and whys of human existence for centuries. This fascinating book explains their ideas in clear and simple text, illustrated with exquisite full-color drawings that capture the life and times of each philosopher. The result is a highly readable introduction to the world of great thinkers - and an invaluable framework for young readers to begin to ask their own questions about the meaning of life.