Publication NameHistory of Western Philosophy : the Medieval Mind, Volume II
SubjectHistory & Surveys / General, General, Teaching Methods & Materials / General
Publication Year1969
FeaturesRevised
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaPhilosophy, Education
AuthorWendi Weimar, W.T. Jones, Robert J. Fogelin
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight18.2 Oz
Item Length9.1 in
Item Width6.1 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number2
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
TitleLeadingA
Volume NumberVol. 2
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
SynopsisA HISTORY OF WESTERN PHILOSOPHY examines the nature of philosophical enterprise and philosophy's role in Western culture. Jones and Fogelin weave key passages from classic philosophy works into their comments and criticisms, giving A HISTORY OF WESTERN PHILOSOPHY the combined advantages of a source book and textbook. The text concentrates on major figures in each historical period, combining exposition with direct quotations from the philosophers themselves. The text places philosophers in appropriate cultural context and shows how their theories reflect the concerns of their times.
In brief, it combines the best of a textbook and a biographical treatment of the subject, with fully one-third of the text being quotes from the various philosophers covered. This makes it readable and accessible and makes me feel like I've met the philosophers who are quoted. It is also encyclopedic in its coverage.