Socrates is one of the most important figures in the history of Western Philosophy, but also one of the least known.
Christopher Taylor explores the relationship between the historical Socrates and ... Read more
Wittgenstein is probably the philosopher whom general readers are most interested in
His work revolutionized philosophy in the twentieth century, and has given rise to many new developments in th ... Read more
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The best introduction to Descartes aimed at non-specialists
Descartes is considered the founder of modern philosophy, and his work is studied in all undergraduate philosophy courses
He is best ... Read more
The best introduction to Aristotle aimed at non-specialists
Jonathan Barnes is one of the best known scholars working in ancient philosophy
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Machiavelli's recommendation for the conduct of political leaders hold an enduring fascination
His best-known work,The Prince is still widely read
Quentin Skinner's introduction has been praised a ... Read more
Written by A J Ayer, himself an eminent twentieth-century philosopher
Hume's life and works are an important area of focus for British philosophy and empirical thinking
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Most comprehensive and authoritative short guide to the Anglo-Saxon age
Highly acclaimed text, first published in The Oxford Illustrated History of Britain
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Most comprehensive and authoritative short guide to Medieval Britain
Highly acclaimed text, first published in the best-selling The Oxford Illustrated History of Britain
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Most comprehensive and authoritative short guide to Stuart Britain
Highly acclaimed text, first published in the best-selling The Oxford Illustrated History of Britain
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Most comprehensive and authoritative short guide to the eighteenth-century Britain
Highly acclaimed text, first published in the best-selling The Oxford Illustrated History of Britain
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