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" I read this early on, when such books were in the public library. Recently I went back to my hometown library: there were three books about philosophy and 15 different "Chicken Soup" editions. What happened to Jaspers, Russell, Mortimer Adler, Durant, Sartre that I read there? "
- Alan, 12/29/2013
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" If you didn't read it in Philosophy 101, than I'd recommend it to any classically trained scholar. Reviews the major points of thought from all major philosophers over the last 3000 years. Good conversation starter for New England cocktail parties. "
- Hal, 12/18/2013
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" the only philosophy book i have ever read the purpose of which is for the reader to understand the philosophy of the philosopher. this should be the starting point of any serious inquiry into philosophy or even a particular philosopher covered--it will all follow from this clear foundation. "
- Monica, 12/18/2013
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" very engaging writing style about the lives of great philosophers. "
- Elisabeth, 11/23/2013
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" The book is a compendium of philosophical thought over the ages,A very good book "
- Cherry, 11/12/2013
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" A classic. Not a simple read by any means, but a classic none the less. "
- Bruce, 8/13/2013
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" Smooth and Vivid. Put itself as a clear guide to philosophy. "
- Khalid, 7/31/2013
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" I would have given it a five, had it included eastern philosophies too. "
- Nandakishore, 4/23/2013
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" A concise and well critiqued summary of works of major philosophers from ancient Greece till 19th century. "
- Prateek, 2/13/2013
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" Good, but getting old. Brushes over the middle ages rather quickly. "
- Shawn, 12/8/2012
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" Logical, clear, and at times having dramatic flourishes, great read for anyone looking for an introduction to philosophy. "
- Gaurav, 8/3/2012
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" This book helped to direct and define my early career as scholar, historian, teacher, techie, and modern pagan. "
- Jon, 3/25/2012
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" Anyone who reads this will have a life-long love of philosophy. There simply isn't a better and more well-written introduction, even after these many years. Durant's prose is a delight to read. "
- Arjun, 2/19/2012
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" Magnificent overview of the development of Western thought despite the lack of emphasis on the significance of the Presocratics and a bit of overemphasis on Voltaire. What really makes this shine is the way Durant masterfully captures the style of each thinker he's going over in each section. "
- Guy, 12/6/2011
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" The Pythagorean Theorem will forever look different to you after you read this introduction to the Pythagorean Brotherhood. Celebrate irrational numbers! "
- Darisann, 5/21/2011
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" An enjoyable overview of a few known philosophers.
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- Arnþór, 5/9/2011
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" This is a history of philosophy, not a philosophy book. Read it as such!
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- Mahmood, 4/13/2011
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" One of the best book I've read about philosophy.
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- Ibrahim, 3/27/2011
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" Smooth and Vivid. Put itself as a clear guide to philosophy.
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- Khalid, 2/1/2011
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" Durant is a great writer, makes arcane subject matter accessible to the ordinary reader.
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- Rich, 12/22/2010
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" Magnificent overview of the development of Western thought despite the lack of emphasis on the significance of the Presocratics and a bit of overemphasis on Voltaire. What really makes this shine is the way Durant masterfully captures the style of each thinker he's going over in each section.
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- Guy, 12/16/2010
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