Wittgenstein's beetle and other classic thought experiments - Cohen, Martin (Blackwell Pub., 2005)
Includes bibliographical references and index
"Thought experiments have played a central and significant role across a broad spectrum of philosophy and science, clarifying and solving complicated puzzles, problems and ideas in the 'laboratory of the mind'. This book offers a unique capsule history, inviting readers to participate actively in a surprisingly powerful and fruitful tradition."--Jacket