The "Sophie’s World” of Jostein Gaarder , is a philosophical novel that introduces the readers to

the history of the Western philosophy through the stpry of a young girl named Sophie
Amundsen. The story begins with Sophie receiving mysterious letters containing philosophical
questions, which lead her on a journey of self-discovery and exploration of fundamental
philosophical ideas.
The novel covers concepts from ancient Greek philosophy to existentialism and further more
philosophical ideas. Each chapter shows Sophie encountering different philosophers and their
ideas, making it an engaging way to learn about the evolution of philosophical thought.
However, despite its educational value, some readers find “Sophie’s World” to be more boring
due to being too long for some readers which isn't a fan of reading. The book's whole story
often exceeds character development, making it challenging for some readers to connect with
Sophie and her journey on a personal level.
In summary, “Sophie’s World” serves as an informative introduction to philosophy, but its the
way approached or lack of a captivating narrative may discourage some readers to seek for a
more engaging and entertaining reading experience.