The Problems of Philosophy - Couverture souple

Russell, Bertrand

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 142093371X ISBN 13 : 9781420933710

Editeur : Digireads.Com, 2009

Synopsis

First written in 1912, this work of Bertrand Russell was an attempt by the author to create a guide that succinctly and comprehensibly outlined the difficulties he saw in the body of philosophical thought up to his time. In trying to do so, he concentrated on knowledge instead of metaphysics, hoping to spark discussion that was both productive and beneficial. This work also explains Russell's famous distinction between 'knowledge by acquaintance and knowledge by description', which he first posited in 1910. Finally, "The Problems of Philosophy" draws upon the important theories of famous philosophers from Plato to Hegel in order to create a foundation for philosophical inquiry, not only for scholars but for the general public as well. While Russell does not necessarily solve the problems he sets forth, his work is still quite relevant in its scope and object for philosophers today.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

The Problems of Philosophy, written by Bertrand Russell and published in 1912, is considered to be one of the best introductions to philosophy. In this book Russell also presents why he believes philosophy has been very important to the development of society as we know it. Bertrand Russell was a British philosopher, logician, and mathematician. Russell was one of the leaders in the British "revolt against idealism" and he is credited for being one of the founders of analytic philosophy. In 1950 Russell received the Nobel Prize in Literature.

Présentation de l'éditeur

In this brief treatise, Russell gives us an accessible introduction to the problems that philosophy faces. By passing the more rounded questions of metaphysics, he cuts straight to the gears of how we experience the physical world.

Drawing from the works of the greatest minds in philosophical thought, Russell guides us through "knowledge by acquaintance and knowledge by description" and lays the foundation for further debate by future generations of minds.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Digireads.Com
• Date d'édition: 2009
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 142093371X
• ISBN 13: 9781420933710
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 103
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• Personne responsable: non disponible