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This brilliant and concise account of the lives and ideas of the world’s great philosophers—Plato, Aristotle, Bacon, Spinoza, Voltaire, Kant, Schopenhauer, Spencer, Nietzsche, Bergson, Croce, Russell, Santayana, James, and Dewey—is “a delight” (The New York Times) and remains one of the most important books of our time.
Will Durant chronicles the ideas of the great thinkers, the economic and intellectual environments which influenced them, and the personal traits and adventures out of which each philosophy grew. Durant’s insight and wit never cease to dazzle; The Story of Philosophy is an essential book for anyone who wishes to understand the history and development of philosophical ideas in the Western world.
Publisher : Pocket Books (January 1, 1991)
Language : English
Mass Market Paperback : 528 pages
ISBN-10 : 0671739166
ISBN-13 : 978-0671739164
Item Weight : 11.2 ounces
Dimensions : 1.22 x 4.09 x 6.77 inches
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Customers find the book informative and an excellent reference for philosophy. It provides a lucid and concise overview of each philosopher’s thought, beginning with the ancients. Readers describe the writing style as easy to follow and understand. They find it engaging and fun reading. The book is considered a good place to start for beginners and experts alike. Customers consider it well worth the money and a good value for the price. Overall, the style is described as honest and neat.
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