A Short History of Modern Philosophy

A Short History of Modern Philosophy is a lucid, challenging and up-to-date survey of the philosophers and philosophies from the founding father of modern philosophy, Rene Descartes, to the most important and famous philosopher of the twentieth century, Ludwig Wittgenstein.

Completely revised and updated, A Short History of Modern Philosophy is an entirely accessible introduction, perfect for the general reader of philosophy. Expanded to include new material about recent philosophical debates, A Short History of Modern Philosophy contains additional chapters on the history of philosophy, tracing philosophy's roots, lineages and impact on the rich history of ideas.

Renowned for his clarity and accessible presentation of the basic principles of philosopher, Roger Scruton has generated a completely new edition of his highly acclaimed book.