Whiskey and Philosophy: A Small Batch of Spirited Ideas

Thoughtful essays on the history, significance, and pleasures of whiskey Everyone becomes a philosopher with a drink...
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Author: Fritz Allhoff
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Language: English
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Whiskey and Philosophy: A Small Batch of Spirited Ideas by Allhoff, Fritz

Whiskey and Philosophy: A Small Batch of Spirited Ideas

$48.25

Whiskey and Philosophy: A Small Batch of Spirited Ideas

$48.25
Author: Fritz Allhoff
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Thoughtful essays on the history, significance, and pleasures of whiskey Everyone becomes a philosopher with a drink in hand, but Whiskey & Philosophy takes this natural pairing to a new level. It explores a range of philosophical topics related to whiskey through engaging reflections written by philosophers, whiskey writers, and others. You will learn things that are both practical (how do tasting notes vary across guides and whiskey brands?) and thought provoking (why is there the popular conception that drinking whiskey makes people mean, and is it true?). Whether your interest lies in the drink itself or in the philosophical issues surrounding it, you'll find something to interest you in this unusual book. Covers subjects ranging from geographical origin to stylistic differences between whiskey and Scotch Explores philosophical ideas such as the aesthetics, metaphysics, epistemology, and ethics of whiskey and whiskey drinking Includes contributions from academics, journalists, and whiskey specialists, all written in an engaging and accessible style Whether you prefer your whiskey neat or in a Manhattan, from the United States, Scotland, or elsewhere, Whiskey & Philosophy is your perfect drinking companion.

Author: Fritz Allhoff
Publisher: Wiley
Published: 10/01/2009
Pages: 384
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 1.00d
ISBN: 9780470431214

About the Author
Fritz Allhoff, Ph.D., is Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Western Michigan University. His research areas are in ethical theory, applied ethics, and the philosophy of biology/science. He is the editor of "Wine & Philosophy" and "Food & Philosophy" (with Dave Monroe).

Marcus P. Adams, M.A., is a Ph.D. student in the Department of History and Philosophy of Science at the University of Pittsburgh.

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