Plato and a Platypus Walk Into a Bar...: Understanding Philosophy Through Jokes

Name: Plato and a Platypus Walk Into a Bar...: Understanding Philosophy Through Jokes
Price: 3.99 USD
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Rating: 4.4 (1852 reviews)
Author: Thomas Cathcart

by Thomas Cathcart

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4.4 (1,852)

4.4 stars from 1,852 reviews. Top 81% of Nonfiction books we track.

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Last checked: May 25, 2026

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Perfect for you if...

You're curious about philosophy but find academic books intimidating or tedious.
You enjoy clever wordplay and humour that doesn't talk down to you.
You want to understand big ideas without drowning in jargon or pretension.

Maybe not for you if...

You prefer rigorous, dense philosophical argumentation with primary texts.
You find puns and joke-based learning grating rather than helpful.
You're looking for a comprehensive, in-depth treatment of any single philosophical school.

About this book

This book offers an introduction to philosophy through humor and jokes. It covers major philosophical traditions, schools, concepts, and thinkers in a lighthearted manner, including Existentialism, Philosophy of Language, Feminist Philosophy, and other areas of philosophical study. The book uses jokes and humorous examples to explain philosophical ideas, such as references to Hegel and Bette Midler in discussing Existentialism, and scenarios involving desert islands and philosophical thought experiments. It is designed for readers who prefer an accessible, less formal approach to learning about philosophy.

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$1.99 – $14.24

Currently on sale at $3.99 — 72% off peak. Price has dropped 36 times over the last 5 years. Goes on sale roughly every 47 days. Typically stays discounted for 2 days.

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Currently 4.4★ from 1,852 reviews

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