Spinoza: A Very Short Introduction by Roger Scruton (English) Paperback Book

Description: Spinoza by Roger Scruton Benedict de Spinoza (1632-77) was at once the father of the Enlightenment and the last sad guardian of the medieval world. Roger Scruton presents an analysis of Spinozas thought, and shows its relevance to todays intellectual preoccupations. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Benedict de Spinoza (1632-77) was at once the father of the Enlightenment and the last sad guardian of the medieval world. In his brilliant synthesis of geometrical method, religious sentiment, and secular science, he attempted to reconcile the conflicting moral and intellectual demands of his epoch, and to present a vision of humanity as simultaneously bound by necessity and eternally free. In this book Roger Scruton presents a clear and systematic analysis ofSpinozas thought, and shows its relevance to todays intellectual preoccupations. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press containshundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable. Author Biography Roger Scruton was Lecturer in Philosophy 1971-79, Reader 1979-85, and Professor of Aesthetics 1985-92 at Birkbeck College, University of London. Table of Contents Preface1: Life and Character2: Background3: God4: Man5: Freedom6: The Body Politic7: Spinozas LegacyGlossaryFurther ReadingIndex Review `Review from previous edition an interesting and provocative guideChristian Science Monitor`His exposition is beautifully lucid.Expository Times Long Description Benedict de Spinoza (1632-77) was at once the father of the Enlightenment and the last sad guardian of the medieval world. In his brilliant synthesis of geometrical method, religious sentiment, and secular science, he attempted to reconcile the conflicting moral and intellectual demands of his epoch, and to present a vision of humanity as simultaneously bound by necessity and eternally free. In this book Roger Scruton presents a clear and systematic analysis ofSpinozas thought, and shows its relevance to todays intellectual preoccupations. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press containshundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable. Review Text `Review from previous edition an interesting and provocative guideChristian Science Monitor`His exposition is beautifully lucid. Expository Times Review Quote Review from previous edition:"...an interesting and provocative guide"--Christian Science Monitor "His exposition is beautifully lucid."--Expository Times Promotional "Headline" Preface 1. Life and Character 2. Background 3. God 4. Man 5. Freedom 6. The Body Politic 7. Spinozas Legacy Glossary Further Reading Index Feature Spinoza was the father of the Enlightenment, and developed highly influential philosophical theoriesRoger Scruton shows the relevence of Spinozas thought to todays intellectual preoccupationsThe only short introduction aimed at non-specialists, written by a specialist, that is accessible and not overwhelmingIllustrated, with updated bibliography Details ISBN0192803166 Author Roger Scruton Short Title SPINOZA Pages 144 Series Very Short Introductions Language English ISBN-10 0192803166 ISBN-13 9780192803160 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 199.492 Year 2002 Subtitle A Very Short Introduction Place of Publication Oxford Country of Publication United Kingdom Residence Wiltshire, ENK Affiliation Birkbeck College, University of London (Emeritus) American Enterprise Imprint Oxford University Press DOI 10.1604/9780192803160 UK Release Date 2002-05-30 NZ Release Date 2002-05-30 Publisher Oxford University Press Publication Date 2002-05-30 Illustrations xiv halftones Audience General AU Release Date 2002-07-31 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:1074208;

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