Publisher's Synopsis
""A Manual of the History of Philosophy"" by John R. Morell is a comprehensive guide to the evolution of philosophical thought from ancient times to the modern era. The book covers the major philosophical movements and thinkers, including Greek philosophy, medieval philosophy, Renaissance philosophy, and modern philosophy. It provides a detailed analysis of the key concepts and ideas that have shaped the course of philosophical inquiry over the centuries.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different period in the history of philosophy. The first section explores the origins of philosophy in ancient Greece, including the work of Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. The second section covers medieval philosophy, including the work of Augustine, Aquinas, and Duns Scotus. The third section focuses on the Renaissance and the emergence of humanism, including the work of Descartes, Spinoza, and Leibniz. The fourth section covers modern philosophy, including the work of Kant, Hegel, and Nietzsche.Throughout the book, Morell provides detailed analysis of the major philosophical concepts, including metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, and political theory. He also discusses the impact of philosophical ideas on other fields, such as science, literature, and art.Overall, ""A Manual of the History of Philosophy"" is a comprehensive and accessible guide to the evolution of philosophical thought. It is an essential resource for students of philosophy, as well as anyone interested in the history of ideas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.