Spinoza

A Very Short Introduction

Roger Scruton

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Oxford University Press
01 August 2002

Philosophy; Western philosophy: c 1600 to c 1900

Series: Very Short Introductions

Benedict de Spinoza (1632-77) was at once the father of the Enlightenment and the last sad guardian of the medieval world. In his brilliant synthesis of geometrical method, religious sentiment, and secular science, he attempted to reconcile the conflicting moral and intellectual demands of his epoch, and to present a vision of humanity as simultaneously bound by necessity and eternally free. In this book Roger Scruton presents a clear and systematic analysis of Spinoza's thought, and shows its relevance to today's intellectual preoccupations.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

By: Roger Scruton
Imprint: Oxford University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 178mm, Width: 113mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 128g
ISBN: 9780192803160
ISBN 10: 0192803166
Series: Very Short Introductions
Pages: 144
Publication Date: 01 August 2002
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Roger Scruton was Lecturer in Philosophy 1971-79, Reader 1979-85, and Professor of Aesthetics 1985-92 at Birkbeck College, University of London.

Reviews for Spinoza: A Very Short Introduction

Review from previous edition: . ..an interesting and provocative guide' --Christian Science Monitor His exposition is beautifully lucid. --Expository Times