Short History Of Philosophy (1922)

A Short History of Philosophy is a book written by Archibald B. D. Alexander and first published in 1922. The book provides a concise and accessible overview of the history of Western philosophy, from the ancient Greeks to the modern era. The author covers the major philosophical movements and thinkers, including Plato, Aristotle, Descartes, Kant, and Nietzsche, among others. The book is organized thematically, with chapters on metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, and political philosophy. The author also provides a critical analysis of the ideas and arguments of each philosopher, as well as their historical context and influence on subsequent philosophers. This book is an excellent introduction to the study of philosophy and a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the development of Western thought.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.