The Problems of Philosophy

Russell

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Oxford Trade (not OTO)
01 December 1997

Philosophy; Western philosophy, from c 1900 -

"Bertrand Russell was one of the greatest logicians since Aristotle, and one of the most important philosophers of the past two hundred years. As we approach the 125th anniversary of the Nobel laureate's birth, his works continue to spark debate, resounding with unmatched timeliness and power. The Problems of Philosophy, one of the most popular works in Russell's prolific collection of writings, has become core reading in philosophy. Clear and accessible, this little book is an intelligible and stimulating guide to those problems of philosophy which often mistakenly lead to its status as too lofty and abstruse for the lay mind. Focusing on problems he believes will provoke positive and constructive discussion, Russell concentrates on knowledge rather than metaphysics, steering the reader through his famous 1910 distinction between ""knowledge by acquaintance and knowledge by description,"" and introducing important theories of Descartes, Kant, Hegel, Hume, Locke, Plato, and others to lay the foundation for philosophical inquiry by general readers and scholars alike.

With a new introduction by John Perry, this valuable work is a perfect introduction to the field and will continue to stimulate philosophical discussion as it has done for nearly forty years."

By: Russell
Imprint: Oxford Trade (not OTO)
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions: Height: 203mm, Width: 133mm, Spine: 9mm
Weight: 140g
ISBN: 9780195115529
ISBN 10: 019511552X
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 01 December 1997
Audience: College/higher education , General/trade , Professional and scholarly , A / AS level , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active