A History Of Philosophy V2: Modern Philosophy (1897)

By Williston Samuel Hough and Johann Eduard Erdmann

Book Overview

A History of Philosophy Volume 2: Modern Philosophy is a book written by Johann Eduard Erdmann and first published in 1897. This volume is a comprehensive account of the development of philosophy during the modern period, from the Renaissance to the end of the 19th century. It covers the major philosophical movements and thinkers of this period, including Descartes, Spinoza, Leibniz, Locke, Berkeley, Hume, Kant, Hegel, and Nietzsche. The book is organized chronologically and thematically, with each chapter focusing on a particular period or philosophical theme. For example, one chapter is devoted to the Enlightenment, while another focuses on the rise of German Idealism. The book also provides a detailed analysis of the various philosophical schools that emerged during this period, such as Empiricism, Rationalism, and Idealism. Erdmann's writing style is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both students and scholars of philosophy. He provides detailed explanations of complex philosophical concepts and ideas, and offers critical assessments of the various arguments put forth by the philosophers he discusses. Overall, A History of Philosophy Volume 2: Modern Philosophy is an important work in the field of philosophy, providing a comprehensive overview of the major philosophical movements and thinkers of the modern period. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy, and is still widely read and studied today.In Three Volumes.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: 1120119391
• ISBN13: 9781120119391
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 742 Pages
• Weight: 2.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"