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Bertrand Russell

The Problems of Philosophy

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1912

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Essay Topics

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How do Russell’s religious views impact his philosophical work? How does this distinguish him from other philosophers?

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Why does Russell claim that it is important to build one’s philosophy upon a belief in the existence of both the self and the physical world? How might these beliefs have contributed to Russell’s work as an activist?

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What role does intuition play in the text?

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