Berkeley: A Guide for the Perplexed Contributor(s): Bettcher, Talia Mae (Author) |
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ISBN: 0826489915 ISBN-13: 9780826489913 Publisher: Continnuum-3PL OUR PRICE: $47.47 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 2009 Annotation: A student's guide to the philosophy of George Berkeley, one of the most widely-studied philosophers, whose work and ideas students can find particularly challenging. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Philosophy | History & Surveys - General |
Dewey: 192 |
LCCN: 2008016678 |
Series: Guides for the Perplexed |
Physical Information: 0.7" H x 5.4" W x 8.3" (0.65 lbs) 224 pages |
Themes: - Chronological Period - 17th Century - Chronological Period - 18th Century |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: George Berkeley was an idealist and an extraordinarily eloquent man of letters. Yet his views are traditionally regarded as wild and extravagant. He is well known for his departure from common sense, yet perversely represents himself as siding with 'the common folk', presenting a complex challenge for students. |