**"Plato and a Platypus Walk Into a Bar..." by Thomas Cathcart & Daniel Klein** is a witty, accessible introduction to **philosophy through jokes**. The book uses humor to explain core philosophical concepts—from metaphysics to ethics—showing how punchlines and deep thought often tackle the same absurdities of life. ### **In a nutshell:** *"Why did Socrates cross the road? To get to the *truth*! (Cue a hilarious yet enlightening breakdown of epistemology.)"* A perfect blend of **comedy + philosophy** for beginners.