The History of Philosophy

Delve into 'The History of Philosophy', a comprehensive exploration that surveys the major ideas and teachings from the earliest thinkers to modern philosophic movements. Authored by esteemed philosopher A. C. Grayling, this single-volume masterpiece captures the evolution of thought from antiquity through the Renaissance, Enlightenment, and into contemporary philosophy. With a clear narrative that remains engaging, Grayling invites both students and seasoned readers to understand complex concepts such as epistemology, ethics, and metaphysics in an accessible way. This work includes insightful discussions on traditions from India, China, and the Persian-Arabic world, enriching the reader's perspective on global philosophical contributions. Perfect for anyone intrigued by the philosophical journey and seeking to comprehend the dialogues surrounding key figures like Socrates, Nietzsche, and Mill, this book remains a seminal reference in modern philosophy today. It's not just a history; it’s an invitation to engage with the timeless debates that continue to shape our understanding of the world. With 720 pages of scholarly yet digestible content, this book is a must-have addition to any philosophy enthusiast's library. Enjoy FREE shipping and experience the remarkable depth and clarity of philosophical discourse like never before.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241304549
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 720


Description:
The story of philosophy is an epic tale- an exploration of the ideas, views and teachings of some of the most creative minds known to humanity. But since the long-popular classic Bertrand Russell's History of Western Philosophy, first published in 1945, there has been no comprehensive and entertaining, single-volume history of this great intellectual journey.

With his characteristic clarity and elegance A. C. Grayling takes the reader from the world-views and moralities before the age of the Buddha, Confucius and Socrates, through Christianity's dominance of the European mind to the Renaissance and Enlightenment, and on to Mill, Nietzsche, Sartre, and philosophy today. And, since the story of philosophy is incomplete without mention of the great philosophical traditions of India, China and the Persian-Arabic world, he gives a comparative survey of them too.

Intelligible for students and eye-opening for philosophy readers, he covers epistemology, metaphysics, ethics, aesthetics, logic, the philosophy of mind, the philosophy of language, political philosophy and the history of debates in these areas of enquiry, through the ideas of the celebrated philosophers as well as less well-known influential thinkers. He also asks what we have learnt from this body of thought, and what progress is still to be made.

The first authoritative and accessible single-volume history of philosophy for decades, remarkable for its range and clarity, this is a landmark work.

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