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Dr. Seuss and Philosophy

Author	: Jacob M. Held
Publisher	: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Total Pages	: 284
Release	: 2011-07-16
Genre	: Philosophy
ISBN	: 1442203129

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Since Theodor Geisel published his first children's book in 1937 under the pseudonym Dr. Seuss, children and adults alike have been captivated by the charming and laconic tales of whimsical characters and imaginative worlds. But Dr. Seuss' stories are more than just catchy poems; they often wrestle with serious philosophical and moral dilemmas, whether it is Horton discovering the very essence of life or the Lorax teaching us about morality. Dr. Seuss and Philosophy explores philosophical concepts such as the nature of the good life in Oh, the Places You'll Go!, the nature of knowledge in McElligot's Pool, postmodernity in On Beyond Zebra, business and the environment in The Lorax,and moral character in How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, among many others. Anyone who loves Dr. Seuss or is interested in philosophy will find this book to be intriguing and enlightening.

A Sneetch is a Sneetch and Other Philosophical Discoveries

Author	: Thomas E. Wartenberg
Publisher	: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages	: 176
Release	: 2013-02-28
Genre	: Philosophy
ISBN	: 1118545060

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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.

More Dr. Seuss and Philosophy

Author	: Jacob M. Held
Publisher	: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages	: 289
Release	: 2018-04-01
Genre	: Social Science
ISBN	: 1538101343

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Dr. Seuss and Philosophy delighted thousands of readers by demonstrating the insights of these children’s classics through a playful engagement with the philosophical tradition. In More Dr. Seuss and Philosophy readers will be offered a vision of the good life through the world of Dr. Seuss. Whether it’s stoicism and care of the self in Did I ever Tell you How Lucky you Are?, facing our own mortality in You’re Only Old Once, or the value of compassion, building communities, and resolving conflicts in the parables of Horton the elephant, King Derwin of Didd, or the Butter Battle Book, the essays in this book focus on living well through the wisdom of Dr. Seuss and other philosophers. Contributions by Elizabeth Butterfield, Cam Cobb, Timothy M. Dale, Joseph J. Foy, Kevin Guilfoy, Jacob M. Held, Glenn Jellenik, Sharon Kaye, Dennis Knepp, Rob Main, Bertha Alvarez Manninen, Jennifer L. McMahon, Matthew F. Pierlott, Janelle Pötzsch, Benjamin Rider, and Aeon J. Skoble

Horton Hears a Who!

Author	: Dr. Seuss
Publisher	: RH Childrens Books
Total Pages	: 37
Release	: 2013-09-24
Genre	: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN	: 0385372051

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Choose kindness with Horton the elephant and the Whos of Who-ville in Dr. Seuss's classic picture book about caring for others that makes it a perfect gift! A person's a person, no matter how small. Everyone's favorite elephant stars in this heartwarming and timeless story for readers of all ages. In the colorful Jungle of Nool, Horton discovers something that at first seems impossible: a tiny speck of dust contains an entire miniature world--Who-ville--complete with houses and grocery stores and even a mayor! But when no one will stand up for the Whos of Who-ville, Horton uses his elephant-sized heart to save the day. This tale of compassion and determination proves that any person, big or small, can choose to speak out for what is right. This story showcases the very best of Dr. Seuss, from the moving message to the charming rhymes and imaginative illustrations. No bookshelf is complete without Horton and the Whos! Do you see what I mean? . . . They've proved they ARE persons, no matter how small. And their whole world was saved by the Smallest of All!

The Sneetches and Other Stories

Author	: Dr. Seuss
Publisher	: HarperCollins UK
Total Pages	: 68
Release	: 2018-03-08
Genre	: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN	: 0008299404

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Some of the Sneetches have bellies with stars, but the plain-bellied ones have none upon thars! But an unexpected visitor soon leads them to discover they’re not that different after all, in the first tale in this classic collection of stories.

The Butter Battle Book: Read & Listen Edition

Author	: Dr. Seuss
Publisher	: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages	: 56
Release	: 2013-11-05
Genre	: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN	: 0385383290

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The Butter Battle Book, Dr. Seuss's classic cautionary tale, introduces readers to the important lesson of respecting differences. The Yooks and Zooks share a love of buttered bread, but animosity brews between the two groups because they prefer to enjoy the tasty treat differently. The timeless and topical rhyming text is an ideal way to teach young children about the issues of tolerance and respect. Whether in the home or in the classroom, The Butter Battle Book is a must-have for readers of all ages. This Read & Listen edition contains audio narration.

The Cat in the Hat

Author	: Dr. Seuss
Publisher	:
Total Pages	:
Release	: 2010
Genre	: Children's poetry
ISBN	: 9780007908233

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Seuss-isms! A Guide to Life for Those Just Starting Out...and Those Already on Their Way

Author	: Dr. Seuss
Publisher	: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages	: 65
Release	: 2015-01-06
Genre	: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN	: 0553508415

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A New York Times bestseller, this collection of quotes from Dr. Seuss makes a perfect gift for graduation! The one and only Dr. Seuss dispenses invaluable advice about life in this collection of his most memorable quotes. With over sixty pages of cherished Seuss art and quotes from such classics as The Cat in the Hat, Horton Hatches the Egg, Green Eggs and Ham, How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, Oh, the Places You'll Go!, and many more, this humorous and inspiring collection is, indeed, perfect for those just starting out . . . or those who are already on their way!

The Secret Art of Dr. Seuss

Author	: Audrey Geisel
Publisher	: Random House
Total Pages	: 100
Release	: 1995-10-03
Genre	: Art
ISBN	: 0679434488

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These fabulous, whimsical paintings, created for his own pleasure and never shown to the public, show Geisel (a.k.a. Dr. Seuss) in a whole new light. Depicting outlandish creatures in otherworldly settings, the paintings use a dazzling rainbow of hues not seen in the primary-color palette of his books for children, and exhibit a sophisticated and often quite unrestrained side of the artist. 65 color illustrations.

Dr. Seuss

Author	: Dee A. Emmons
Publisher	:
Total Pages	: 162
Release	: 2013
Genre	: Authors, American
ISBN	:

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