A History of Western Philosophy

ISBN: 9789367213162
Author: Bertrand Russell
Pages: 776
Size: A5
Genre: Philosophy / History of Ideas / Western Thought
Edition: Reprint Edition
Binding: Paperback

Key Features:

✔ Nobel Laureate Bertrand Russell's greatest philosophical achievement

✔ Covers Ancient, Catholic, and Modern Philosophy across 2,000+ years

✔ Critical yet accessible evaluations of major thinkers and movements

✔ Suitable for competitive exams like UPSC & UGC-NET Philosophy

✔ Essential reading for philosophy students, educators, and scholars

Description:

A History of Western Philosophy is widely recognized as one of the greatest introductions to philosophy ever written. With Bertrand Russell's unmatched blend of intellectual clarity and literary flair, this 776-page volume surveys the central figures and doctrines of the Western philosophical tradition.

The book is structured into three comprehensive sections:

• Ancient Philosophy – Includes analysis of Socratic, Platonic, and Aristotelian thought, along with Pythagoras and the Stoics.
• Catholic Philosophy – Focuses on medieval Christian thinkers like Augustine and Aquinas and their theological implications.
• Modern Philosophy – Features Descartes, Locke, Hume, Kant, Hegel, Nietzsche, and explores scientific and political revolutions.

Russell’s commentary does not shy away from critique—offering praise or skepticism where due, and making the text both entertaining and enlightening. This edition is a cornerstone for any library, academic institution, or serious reader of philosophy.

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