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The Philosophy Garden is written by Massimo Pigliucci, a scientist, philosopher, and Professor at the City College of New York. The newsletter is about philosophy as a way of life, as it has been since at least Socrates and Buddha. Subscribe for free to get access to assorted essays, videos, and podcast episodes, suggested readings, and recommended books.

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All new essays, the full archive, e-books, podcast episodes, suggested readings, and videos. Also, the ability to comment on all posts as well as access to the community book club using Substack Chat. If you contribute as a Founding Member you will also have a chance to participate to occasional live online group discussions with Massimo.

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Why “The Philosophy Garden”?

The name of the newsletter comes from an ancient metaphor for the three areas of philosophical study—logic, science, and ethics. Read this essay for more!