Sophies World??

Question

Have you read it and what did you think I'm not done but so far I love it and Ive learned alot!!

Answer 1

I read this a long time ago now and I must admit that I found it an enjoyable introduction to the world of philosophy, with bite sized lessons delivered with infectious enthusiasm.

Towards the end and with the final resolution (don't worry, I won't spoil it for you), the philosophy turns to Bishop Berkley's empiricism - not something I accept but an interesting idea to apply to an author's characters.

Berkley's philosophy gets a more interesting and entertaining outing in Gaarder's previous book, The Solitaire Mystery. In this, and in his other books, his Christian philosophy and faith are more pronounced.

I do hope that you are inspired to read more philosophy by this. There are many excellent introductions to the subject as a whole and to the various philosophers that Gaarder mentions. Philosophy is often mistaken for something dry and passionless, or just asking too many questions. But, as Gaarder strives to show, it is all about wonder and a love of the world - and it really can change your life.

Answer 2

This is the easiest and most entertaining way ever to learn about Western philosophy. I read it, and passed it on to younger learners as well. All agreed it was great, though the ending is not to everyone's liking.