Michael (Heythrop College, University of London, UK) Lacewing 
Philosophy for A2: Unit 4 [PDF ebook] 
Philosophical Problems, 2008 AQA Syllabus

Philosophy for A2: Unit 4 is the definitive textbook for students of the current AQA Advanced Level syllabus for philosophy. Structured very closely around the AQA specifications for Unit 4: Philosophical Problems, Michael Lacewing helps students to engage with and understand the arguments of the five key texts:

• Hume »s An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding


• Plato »s The Republic


• Mill »s On Liberty


• Descartes » Meditations


• Nietzsche »s Beyond Good and Evil.

All chapters are helpfully subdivided into short digestible passages, and include:

• quiz questions to test core knowledge


• discussion questions to deepen understanding


•  »going further » sections for advanced study


• text boxes highlighting key definitions and arguments


• cross-references to help students make connections.

In addition, a chapter on exam preparation contains a wealth of helpful hints and tips on revision and exam techniques.

Written by an experienced philosopher and A Level consultant, Philosophy for A2: Unit 4 is an essential companion for all students of A2 Level philosophy.