The Biographical History of Philosophy from Its Origin in Greece Down to the Present Day V2

The Biographical History of Philosophy from Its Origin in Greece Down to the Present Day V2 is a book written by George Henry Lewes. As the title suggests, the book provides a comprehensive biographical history of philosophy from its inception in ancient Greece all the way up to the present day. The book is divided into two volumes, with the second volume covering the period from the Renaissance to the 19th century.Throughout the book, Lewes provides detailed biographical sketches of the most important philosophers in history, including their life stories, their major works, and their contributions to the field of philosophy. The book covers a wide range of philosophical traditions, including ancient Greek philosophy, medieval philosophy, and modern philosophy.In addition to providing biographical information, the book also includes detailed analyses of the major philosophical ideas and movements throughout history. Lewes examines the key philosophical concepts and debates that have shaped the field of philosophy over the centuries, from the early Greek philosophers to the existentialists of the 20th century.Overall, The Biographical History of Philosophy from Its Origin in Greece Down to the Present Day V2 is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy. Lewes' detailed biographical sketches and insightful analysis provide a comprehensive overview of the major figures and ideas that have shaped this important field of study.1885. Lewes, English philosopher, critic, dramatist, scientist. He is remembered for his theory of metaphysical development of positivism and for his liaison with the English novelist Mary Ann Evans (George Eliot). Lewes's first important contribution to the history of philosophy was his Biographical History of Philosophy. A popularizing work written in a lively and lucid style and aimed at the interested layperson, the book traces the main directions of philosophy from the Greeks to Auguste Comte. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.