Philosophy on Tap

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When beer starts to flow, philosophical discussions naturallyfollow. Philosophy on Tap takes pub philosophy to the nextlevel, pairing 48 of life's greatest philosophical questions with48 of the world's best beers. * Features a unique presentation of philosophical puzzles,paradoxes, and debates by considering 48 of life's biggestquestions in the context of 48 distinctive beers from around theworld * Provides a highly engaging and sociable approach to the classicphilosophical problems as well as a unique look at the conundrumsthat directly affect the beer drinker * Combines a philosopher's insights with thematic humor andtrivia to explore issues such as free will, God's existence, thenature of the soul, time travel, the aesthetics of taste, the roleof beer in the good life, and the infamous "beer goggles"paradox * For beer drinkers who enjoy philosophy, philosophers who enjoybeer, and anyone who has ever pondered the meaning of life over apint of ale

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"The book is certainly a remarkable tour de force, combining amusement and instruction. It can be read from cover to cover, or can dip into it when a beery occasion arises. However, even teetotalers can peruse it with pleasure and profit." (Metapsychology, 15 November 2011) "Recommended for fraternity brothers who missed Philosophy 101 or nonteetotaling philosophy majors seeking to broaden their beer horizons. For a more serious yet similarly accessible intro to philosophy, readers will want to consider the excellent (and free) courses on iTunes U from Oxford, Yale, and Berkeley"". (Libraryjournal.com, 15 May 2011) "But, if you're already open minded you should have just as much fun without the beer! But if you enjoy both prepare for an exploration of life's toughest questions and some of its tastiest brews. If anything, it's wonderful to know that with barely any effort you can have a real (read: non-superficial) conversation with almost anyone by reading one of these puzzles aloud." (The Beer Connoisseur, 2011) "This fun paperback considers the Big Questions that have troubled college sophomores since Aristotle had his tenure." (Philly.com, 15 April 2011)"This easy-to-read book makes philosophy fun. It is perfect forboth college students and adults who are curious about thephilosophical controversies that professional philosophers grapplewith every day." --Randy Firestone, Philosophy Professor at El CaminoCollege "If beer has ever made you wax lyrical, this book will have youwaxing philosophical as well. Philosophy on Tap + Great Beer =happy body and sharp mind. What more can you ask for?" --Garrett Oliver, brewmaster of The Brooklyn Brewery,author, 'The Brewmaster's Table'
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