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History of Western Philosophy

(Routledge Classics)

By Bertrand Russell

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| Paperback | 9780415325059

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First published in 1946, History of Western Philosophy went on to become the best-selling philosophy book of the twentieth century. A dazzlingly ambitious project, it remains unchallenged to this day as the ultimate introduction to Western philosophy. Providing a sophisticated overview of Continue

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Simply the authoritative guide to all western philsophy from Thales to modern times. Russell is brilliant. The story of the development of western religion is an integral part of the book, as this is what drove philosophy from the Romans until after the Renissance.

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audioreader said on Apr 7, 2008 | 1 feedback

First encountered this thinker at university - was astounded at his prose writing for such often difficult subjects (reminded me of my own approach to writing 'about' philosophy!), and was pleased to read this massive volume several times .. you don't have to agree with all his conclusions, and real ... (continue)

First encountered this thinker at university - was astounded at his prose writing for such often difficult subjects (reminded me of my own approach to writing 'about' philosophy!), and was pleased to read this massive volume several times .. you don't have to agree with all his conclusions, and really should read all the philosophers' own works to formulate your own opinions, but as an overview it is tremendously insightful and interesting.

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Wallacekevin said on Dec 5, 2010 about the Hardcover edition | Add your feedback

It is more like Russell's own comment on philosophy rather than a history of philosophy. Anyway, his work is comprehensive.

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Raymond Lee said on Jul 24, 2008 | Add your feedback