Modern Classical Philosophers, Selections Illustrating Modern Philosophy from Bruno to Spencer

By Benjamin Rand

Book Overview

Modern Classical Philosophers: Selections Illustrating Modern Philosophy, From Bruno To Spencer is a book written by Benjamin Rand and published in 1908. The book is a collection of important philosophical writings from the modern era, spanning from the 16th century to the late 19th century. It includes works from notable philosophers such as Giordano Bruno, Ren����� Descartes, John Locke, Immanuel Kant, and Herbert Spencer.The book is divided into three sections, each focusing on a specific period of modern philosophy. The first section covers the Renaissance and the Enlightenment, the second section covers the German Idealists, and the third section covers the British Empiricists. Each section includes an introduction by the author that provides historical context and background information on the philosophers and their works.The selections in the book cover a wide range of topics, including metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, and political philosophy. The writings are presented in their original form, with minimal editorial commentary or interpretation, allowing the reader to engage directly with the ideas and arguments of the philosophers.Overall, Modern Classical Philosophers: Selections Illustrating Modern Philosophy, From Bruno To Spencer is a comprehensive and informative collection of important philosophical writings from the modern era. It is a valuable resource for students and scholars of philosophy, as well as anyone interested in the history of ideas.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: 1437157823
• ISBN13: 9781437157826
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 760 Pages
• Weight: 2.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.6" x 6.1" x 9.1"