An Illustrated Brief History of Western Philosophy, 20th Anniversary Edition av Anthony (University of Oxford) Kenny

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<p>In 1998, the first edition of Anthony Kenny''s comprehensive history of Western philosophy was published, to be met with immediate praise and critical acclaim. As the first book since Bertrand Russell''s 1945 <i>A History of Western Philosophy</i> to offer a concise single-author review of the complete history of philosophy from the pre-Socratics to the modern masters of the 20<sup>th</sup> century, Kenny''s work fills a critical gap in the modern philosophy reading list and offers valuable guidance for the general reader of philosophy¿an ideal starting point for anyone with an interest in great thinkers and the family lines of philosophical evolution.</p><p>Widely considered to be one of the most thorough and accessible historical reviews in philosophy, <i>An Illustrated Brief History of Western Philosophy</i> has earned an estimable and distinctive reputation, both for the compelling writing style of Anthony Kenny, one of the most respected and accomplished living philosophers, an