The Longman Standard History of Philosophy (Paperback, Exam Copy ed.)

With selections of philosophers from the earliest times to the present, this anthology provides significant learning support and historical context with biographical introductions, topic " Prologs," reading introductions and " Philosophical Overviews, " " Philosophical Bridges" describing historical influences, study questions, and " Codas" placing major movements in contemporary context. Pedagogical notes, including Introductions, Prologs, Philosophical Overviews, Philosophical Bridges, and Codas, provide the reader support in understanding the often complex and abstract concepts encountered in philosophy. Ancient Philosophy, Medieval Philosophy, Modern Philosophy, 19th Century and 20th Century Philosophy. History of Philosophy or Introduction to Philosophy with a historical organization.