In Exploring Philosophy: An Introductory Anthology, Steven M. Cahn brings together exceptionally clear recent essays by noted philosophers and supplements them with influential historical sources. The articles have been carefully edited to make them understandable to every reader. The readings are enhanced by concise introductions, study questions, and explanatory notes. Reflecting the major role of women in philosophy today, over half of the contemporary essays are authored by women. New To The Eighth Edition Over 30 new readings, including: Kwame Anthony Appiah, "Racisms"; Julia Driver, "Subjectivism"; Martha C. Nussbaum, "Taking Money for Bodily Services"; Nancy Tuana, "Offers and Coercion"; Mary Anne Warren, "On the Moral and Legal Status of Abortion"; Celia Wolf-Devine, "Proportional Representation"; and Iris Marion Young, "Five Faces of Oppression."