Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 This book is about what philosophers are and who cares about them. It's a collection of essays and arguments by The New York Times' philosophy series, The Stone. #2 There is a lot of philosophy being done. It's being done by people who care about it and are willing to defend it. It's not going anywhere any time soon. #3 The Stone is a collection of essays by professional philosophers. It is not a textbook, but an anthology of contemporary essays and arguments that we hope will engage readers and reward many readings. #4 Philosophy is not going anywhere any time soon. The Stone is a collection of essays by professional philosophers that aims to engage readers and reward many readings.