A Brief History Of Modern Philosophy - Harald Hoffding - Bog

A Brief History of Modern Philosophy is a comprehensive overview of the major philosophical movements and thinkers of the modern era. Written by Harald Hoffding, a prominent Danish philosopher and historian of philosophy, the book covers the period from the 17th century to the early 20th century, tracing the development of philosophical thought from Descartes and Spinoza to Nietzsche and Bergson.The book is divided into six parts, each focusing on a different period of philosophical history. Part one covers the rise of modern philosophy in the 17th century, including the work of Descartes, Hobbes, and Locke. Part two explores the Enlightenment and the rise of empiricism, with a focus on Hume and Kant. Part three covers the Romantic period and the rise of German idealism, including the work of Hegel and Schopenhauer. Part four focuses on the development of positivism and the rise of scientific naturalism, with a focus on Comte and Mill. Part five covers the rise of existentialism and phenomenology in the 20th century, including the work of Heidegger and Sartre. Finally, part six explores the contemporary period, with a focus on analytic philosophy and the work of Wittgenstein and Quine.Throughout the book, Hoffding provides detailed analysis of the major philosophical ideas and arguments of each period, as well as the historical and cultural context in which they emerged. He also explores the relationships between different philosophical movements and thinkers, highlighting the ways in which they influenced and responded to one another.Overall, A Brief History of Modern Philosophy is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy and the development of modern thought. With its clear and accessible writing style and comprehensive coverage of the subject matter, the book is an ideal introduction for students and general readers alike.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.