1001 Ideas That Changed the Way We Think

by Robert Arp (Editor), Arthur Caplan (Preface by)

Overview

Trace the progress of humanity—from prehistoric times to the present day—through 1,001 ideas that changed how we connect to each other and the world around us.

From the ability to control fire to augmented reality, the power of humanity’s ideas has revolutionized how we live and experience the world around us. 1001 Ideas That Changed the Way We Think looks at the innovations and concepts that have played a key role in our progress since before recorded history. Covering a wide range of topics—from political and religious ideas to modern innovations such as social media and clean energy—this captivating volume offers a comprehensive look at how human ideas have evolved over the millennia.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781645178170
Publisher:	Thunder Bay Press
Publication date:	06/07/2022
Series:	1001 Series
Pages:	960
Sales rank:	640,227
Product dimensions:	6.20(w) x 8.30(h) x 2.20(d)

About the Author

Robert Arp is a Senior Research Analyst for the U.S. Army. Arp has written numerous articles, book chapters, and books, and is the editor of South Park and Philosophy (Blackwell Publishing, 2006), the co-editor of Philosophical Approaches to the Devil (Routledge, 2015), and the author of An Integrated Approach to the Philosophy of Mind (Cambridge University Press, 2010). He is also the general editor of 1001 Quotations to Inspire You Before You Die.

Editorial Reviews

The '1001' series may sound like a gimmick but it's not… Editor Robert Arp has produced a reference guide that's fun to browse.

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