Philosophy and faith: Augustine to Maimonides -- The schoolmen: from the twelfth century to the Renaissance -- Logic and language -- Knowledge -- Physics -- Metaphysics -- Mind and soul -- Ethics -- God.
New History of Western Philosophy Series
This series offers a comprehensive yet accessible journey through the evolution of Western thought. It meticulously explores the key figures and groundbreaking ideas that have shaped intellectual history, from ancient philosophers to modern thinkers. Designed for a broad audience, these volumes provide lucid and engaging insights into the foundations of Western culture and philosophy. It's an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the enduring legacy of philosophical inquiry.
Recommended Reading Order
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- 3
Anthony Kenny's engaging new history of Western philosophy now advances into the modern era.The Rise of Modern Philosophyis the fascinating story of the emergence of the great ideas and worldviews of modern thought. Beautifully illustrated throughout, Kenny's book introduces us to some of the world's most original and influential thinkers.
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Philosophy in the Modern World
A New History of Western Philosophy, Volume 4
- 364 pages
- 13 hours of reading
The development of philosophy from the early 19th to the late 20th century is explored through the insights of influential thinkers like Schopenhauer, Nietzsche, Heidegger, Sartre, Marx, Wittgenstein, and Russell. Sir Anthony Kenny provides an engaging narrative that highlights the evolution of philosophical thought during this transformative period. This work serves as the concluding volume of Kenny's comprehensive New History of Western Philosophy, offering a deep understanding of key ideas and their impact on the modern intellectual landscape.
A new history of Western philosophy
- 1088 pages
- 39 hours of reading
Sir Anthony Kenny presents a fascinating and authoritative new history of Western philosophy. Specially written for a broad popular readership, Kenny's lucid and stimulating history will become the definitive work for anyone interested in the people and ideas that shaped the course of Western thought.
