A Sneetch Is a Sneetch and Other Philosophical Discoveries: Finding Wisdom in Children's Literature

By Thomas E. Wartenberg

Book Overview

Taking Picture Books Seriously: What can we learn about philosophy through children's books?

This warm and charming volume casts a spell on adult readers as it unveils the surprisingly profound philosophical wisdom contained in children's picture books, from Dr Seuss's Sneetches to William Steig's Shrek . With a light touch and good humor, Wartenberg discusses the philosophical ideas in these classic stories, and provides parents with a practical starting point for discussing philosophical issues with their children. Accessible and multi-layered, it answers questions like, Is it okay for adults to deceive kids? What's the difference between saying the Mona Lisa is a great painting and vanilla is your favorite flavor? Each chapter includes illustrations commissioned especially for this book.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0470656832
• ISBN13: 9780470656839
• Release Date: April 2013
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 8.8"