| A New History of Western Philosophy: In Four Parts Contributor(s): Kenny, Anthony (Author) |
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ISBN: 0199656495 ISBN-13: 9780199656493 Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA OUR PRICE: $30.39 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: October 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Philosophy | History & Surveys - Ancient & Classical - Philosophy | History & Surveys - Medieval - Language Arts & Disciplines | Linguistics - General |
| Dewey: 190 |
| Series: New History of Western Philosophy |
| Physical Information: 2.2" H x 6" W x 9.1" (3.45 lbs) 1088 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The individual volumes of Sir Anthony Kenny's acclaimed History of Western Philosophy have been hailed as "wonderfulauthoritativehugely rewarding" (Times Higher Education Supplement) and "genial and highly accessible" (London Review of Books). Now these four splendid books have been combined into one magnificent volume, providing a continuous sweeping account of the great thought of the Western world. Here readers will find not only an authoritative guide to the history of philosophy, but also a compelling introduction to every major area of philosophical inquiry. Kenny tells the story of philosophy chronologically, his lively narrative bringing the great philosophers to life and filling in the historical and intellectual background to their work. Kenny also looks closely at each of the main areas of philosophical exploration: knowledge and understanding; science; metaphysics; mind and soul; the nature and content of morality; political philosophy; and God. A New History of Western Philosophy is a stimulating chronicle of the intellectual development of Western civilization, allowing readers to trace the birth and growth of philosophy from antiquity to the present day. |