Historical Introduction to Philosophy

by Albert B. Hakim

Book Overview

This anthology leads readers to an appreciation of Western philosophy through an exploration of its history, the problems (classical questions) it has dealt with, and the major philosophers and their works within that historical setting. All readings are primary sources, allowing readers to experience the author's thoughts in his or her own words. KEY TOPICS: The Ancient Period (Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Epicurus, Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius). The...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0023487909
• ISBN13: 9780023487903
• Release Date: March 1987
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 732 Pages
• Weight: 2.75 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Great Resource....

I wasn't a philosophy major in college, but this was one of the few books outside of my major that proved to be useful enough to make me want to keep once the course was over. it has depth and scope and the breakdown of the various philosophical styles and philosophers is beyond what you normally find in an intro class text.