Inroads: Paths in Ancient and Modern Western Philosophy

This unique introduction to philosophy is designed as a companion volume to a number of classic philosophical texts widely used in first- and upper-year philosophy courses. While remaining clear and readable, Inroads provides detailed analyses of fundamental issues in metaphysics and morals: the existence of God, the meaning of death, and the elements and definitions of the 'good life' for humankind.

Combining a historical with a systematic approach, Murray Miles's work straddles the custom...