Blessed Spinoza: A Biography Of The Philosopher

by Lewis Browne

Book Overview

Blessed Spinoza: A Biography Of The Philosopher is a book written by Lewis Browne that provides a comprehensive account of the life and work of the famous Dutch philosopher, Baruch Spinoza. The book explores the life of Spinoza, from his early years as a Jewish boy in Amsterdam to his eventual excommunication from the Jewish community due to his controversial views on religion and philosophy.Browne delves into Spinoza's intellectual development, including his philosophical works and his views on God, nature, and ethics. The book also details Spinoza's friendships and relationships, including his close association with the famous Dutch scientist, Christiaan Huygens.Throughout the book, Browne provides insight into the political and social context of Spinoza's time, including the rise of the Dutch Republic and the impact of the Reformation. He also delves into the controversies surrounding Spinoza's ideas, including his rejection of traditional religious beliefs and his advocacy for freedom of thought and expression.Overall, Blessed Spinoza is a comprehensive and engaging biography that provides readers with a deeper understanding of one of the most influential philosophers in history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428606661
• ISBN13: 9781428606661
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 380 Pages
• Weight: 1.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"