This comprehensive series offers a captivating and accessible journey through the landscape of philosophical thought. It meticulously covers key figures and intellectual movements from antiquity to the modern era. Each volume provides insightful introductions to individual thinkers' works, while also illuminating their relationships and influences on one another. This collection stands as an essential resource for anyone seeking a profound understanding of the philosophical underpinnings of Western civilization.
Copleston, an Oxford Jesuit and specialist in the history of philosophy, first created his history as an introduction for Catholic ecclesiastical seminaries. However, since its first publication (the last volume appearing in the mid-1970s) the series has become the classic account for all philosophy scholars and students. The 11-volume series gives an accessible account of each philosopher's work, but also explains their relationship to the work of other philosophers.
Copleston, an Oxford Jesuit and specialist in the history of philosophy, created his history as an introduction for Catholic ecclesiastical seminaries. The 11-volume series gives an accessible account of each philosopher's work, and explains their relationship to the work of other philosophers.