Strathern, Paul

Presents an overview of the life and work of Saint Augustine, with excerpts from his writings, analysis of his philosophical concepts, and comments on his influence upon later thinkers.

Discusses the work of Greek philosopher Socrates, explores his relationship with Plato, looks at his controversial teachings and key ideas.

Provides information on the life and works of eighteenth-century philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer, and includes excerpts from his writings, a chronology of his life, and a chronology of significant philosophical dates.

Examines the life and works of twentieth-century French philosopher Jean-Paul Satre, known for his advocacy of existentialism--the ultimate theory of introspection. Includes a list of quotes from Satre's writings.

Provides information on the life and works of seventeenth-century philosopher John Locke, and includes excerpts from his writings, a chronology of his life, and a chronology of significant philosophical dates.

Explores the work of nineteenth-century Danish philosopher Soren Kierkegaard, includes excerpts from his writings, and discusses his key philosophical concepts.

Provides information on the life and work of eighteenth-century Scottish philosopher David Hume, discusses the impact of his ideas on modern science, and includes excerpts from his writings.

Offers a brief introduction to the life and teachings of twentieth-century philosopher Martin Heidegger.

Examines the key ideas and life of German philosopher Georg Hegel, includes excerpts from his writings, and discusses his development of the dialectical method.

Presents information on the life and work of twentieth-century French philosopher Paul-Michel Foucault, discussing his theory of power/knowledge; and includes quotes, criticisms, and ideas by and about Foucault, and a chronology of his life.