Weird Philosophy: A wonderfully weird kids introduction to philosophy
By (Author) Brandon Robshaw
Penguin Random House Children's UK
Puffin
24th June 2025
17th April 2025
United Kingdom
Children
Non Fiction
Childrens / Teenage general interest: General knowledge and interesting facts
100
Paperback
240
Width 129mm, Height 197mm, Spine 15mm
200g
A kids' introduction to philosophy covering life's biggest (and strangest) questions, written by philosophy lecturer Brandon Robshaw. This is a whistlestop tour through the weird and wonderful world of philosophy, perfect for kids who want to test their brainpower, practise problem-solving, and ponder life's big questions. Like, am I in a video game right now If my body is constantly changing, am I still me Would I rather be a happy pig or an unhappy human From Plato's cave to Descartes' I think therefore I am, this book will introduce you to some of the weirdest philosophical thoughts that the most brilliant minds have puzzled over, and encourage you to think up some answers of your own. Written by philosophy lecturer Dr Brandon Robshaw, this little book about big thinking will inspire curious kids aged 9-12.
Brandon Robshaw is a children's writer who has published 26 children's novels and over 60 educational books. He is also has a PhD in Philosophy, lectures in philosophy for the Open University and previously taught A-Level philosophy, and has published two academic books on the subject.