The History of Philosophy In Epitome

By Albert Schwegler, Julius Hawley Seelye, Julius Hawley 1824-1895 Seelye

Book Overview

The History of Philosophy In Epitome is a comprehensive book written by Albert Schwegler that provides a condensed overview of the history of philosophy. The book covers the major philosophical movements and thinkers from ancient Greece to the modern era, including Plato, Aristotle, Descartes, Kant, and Hegel. Schwegler's approach is to present the key ideas and concepts of each philosopher in a concise and accessible manner, making it an ideal resource for students and anyone interested in philosophy. The book is divided into chapters that focus on different periods and schools of thought, with each chapter providing a clear and concise summary of the major ideas and arguments of the philosophers discussed. The History of Philosophy In Epitome is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the development of philosophical thought throughout history. Schwegler's clear and concise writing style makes complex ideas accessible to readers, while his comprehensive coverage of the subject matter ensures that readers gain a thorough understanding of the major philosophical movements and thinkers that have shaped our world.1881. This History of Philosophy was translated with the hope that it might be of wider service in such a form to students of philosophy here. It was thought especially, that a proper translation of this manual would supply a want for a suitable textbook on this branch of study, long felt by both teachers and students in our American colleges. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162617896
• ISBN13: 9781162617893
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 472 Pages
• Weight: 2.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 8.3" x 11.0"