The Cambridge Dictionary of Philosophy 3rd Edition

I am studying philosophy in my retirement and this book is more than just an ordinary dictionary. It is more like a mini encyclopedia with easy to understand writeups for many of the complex topics in philosophy.

When ever I read any book that deals with philosophical topic, for example, epistemology, psychologism, or phenomenology; this tool of a book serves me great in all my mental discoveries, not only to understand the author but the contemporary subject itself! The book is great and gives clear definitions!

I have some expertise in philosophy (MA, Ph.D.) and can tell you this is a first-rate reference book for both professionals and laymen.

Needed for class

This is an excellent book to study, because this book is newly updated. Also, there is new people and new information to study. Plus, this book connects to the Philosophy class at my college.

Gave this to my grandson as a present - he is just beginning college and loves Philosophy - he is very pleasd to have got this.(wish I had it myself)

I spent many months reading this part-time. Many of the entries complicate and obscure rather than clarify the jargon/concepts. Even with an MA in philosophy of religion, I could not comprehend many of the entries. I’m better served by the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy, The Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy, Dagobert Runes’s Dictionary of Philosophy, and other online resources.I admit that many of the entries are clear and useful, hence the three-star rating, meaning good. I also admit that those more highly trained in philosophy than I am will find the definitions more understandable than I do.

doesn't need any presentation....great compilation, very up to date and comprehensive