Does the Center Hold?: An Introduction to Western Philosophy (Paperback) by Donald Palmer

9780073535715. New condition. Trade paperback. 4th ed. Language: English. Pages: 476. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 476 p. Contains: Illustrations. Does the Center Hold? is an entertaining, topically-organized introductory text with more than 500 original illustrations. The ideas and issues typically covered in introductory courses are presented here in a remarkably accessible and enjoyable manner. The author demonstrates that serious philosophical inquiry may be perplexing but is ultimately enlightening and liberating.