58 pages 1 hour read

Will Durant

The Story of Philosophy: The Lives and Opinions of the Greater Philosophers

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 1926

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Will Durant's The Story of Philosophy is praised for its engaging and accessible writing, making complex philosophical ideas comprehensible to a broad audience. Readers appreciate its historical context and concise overviews of key philosophers. Criticisms include occasional oversimplification and lack of depth in certain areas. Overall, it is a valuable introductory resource.

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Who Should Read The Story of Philosophy?

Readers who would enjoy The Story of Philosophy by Will Durant are intellectually curious individuals fascinated by the history of human thought. They appreciate accessible yet comprehensive explorations of philosophical ideas. Similar readers might enjoy Bertrand Russell's A History of Western Philosophy or Stephen Hawking's A Brief History of Time.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Philosophy
History: World
Science / Nature
Themes
Values/Ideas: Science & Technology
Values/Ideas: Beauty
Values/Ideas: Trust & Doubt
Genre
Psychology
Philosophy
Classic Fiction