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Sophies World: A Novel about the History of Philosophy

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Sophies World: A Novel about the History of Philosophy

by Jostein Gaarder

January 1, 1997 | Trade Paperback

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The phenomenal New York Times bestseller, this is the story of Sophie, a teenage girl who comes home from school, finds a mysterious letter in her mailbox, and embarks on an incredible journey of philosophical discovery, from Socrates to Sartre and beyond.

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Sophie's World
by Michelle
14 years ago

An intriguing novel with a side helping of beginner's philosophy. Within the first few pages you are thrust in to Sophie's world, and find yourself just as eager as Sophie to discover the answers to life's most influential philosophers. This book is for anyone who has a passion for philosophy, and wants to unlock the abswers to some of life's great questions.