The Apprentice and the Philosopher 4 (Book)

Boy and the Philosopher 4: Beauty Is Good is the fourth book in the series written by Özkan Öze, which explores philosophical and ethical themes for young readers through dialogue. The narrative continues to unfold between the characters “Boy” and “Philosopher.” It was published by Uğurböceği Yayınları.

The book examines the physical and emotional changes associated with adolescence—such as acne, glasses, and braces—in relation to the concepts of aesthetic and inner beauty. The Philosopher engages in a philosophical discussion with Boy, exploring the relationship between beauty and goodness through the experiences of adolescence.

• Aesthetics and Adolescence: The nature of beauty is questioned by starting from the bodily changes that occur during adolescence.
• Beauty and Morality: The meaning of values connected to goodness beyond appearance is examined.
• Self-Perception: Self-awareness is explored through Boy’s perception of himself and its social implications.

• Dialogue Format: The book progresses through dialogue; Boy asks questions and the Philosopher provides answers.
• Simple Language: Complex concepts are expressed in a fluent and accessible manner.
• Sections: Each section is structured around a specific adolescent experience or concept.

• Page count: 128 pages
• Publisher: Uğurböceği Yayınları
• ISBN: 978-6257151467
• Publication date: 2021

• Boy: Raises questions about aesthetics and self-perception through his physical appearance and adolescent experiences.
• Philosopher: Takes an explanatory role by drawing connections between the concepts of aesthetics, value, and identity.