Books in the The Routledge Philosophers series

Charles Darwin (1809-1882) is best known as a biologist and natural historian rather than a philosopher. This book shows how important Darwin is for philosophy and how his work has shaped and challenged the nature of the subject. It is aimed at those in the humanities, social sciences and sciences seeking a philosophical introduction to Darwin.

In this introduction to his philosophy, Jolley introduces and assesses the whole of Leibniz's philosophy. An important feature of the book is its introduction to Leibniz's moral and political philosophy, an overlooked aspect of his work.

Benedict de Spinoza (1632-77) was one of towering philosophers of the seventeenth century. Offering an introduction to Spinoza's philosophy, this book takes Spinoza's fundamental argument that everything exists for a reason - known as his 'principle of sufficient reason' - as the key to unlocking his thought.

In this introduction to Locke's thought, EJ Lowe covers all the major aspects of his philosophy. He concentrates on introducing and assessing Locke in a contemporary philosophical setting, explaining why he is so important today.

This introduction introduces Hobbes' main doctrines and arguments, covering all of Hobbes' philosophy.

Bertrand Russell (1872-1970) was renowned as one of the founding figures of 'analytic' philosophy and his lasting contributions to the study of logic, philosophy of language, philosophy of mathematics and epistemology. Presenting an overview of Russell's life and work, this title explains Russell's philosophy.

Introduces and assesses the main topics of Rawls' philosophy. Starting with a brief biography and charting the influences on Rawls' early thinking, this title discusses the heart of Rawls' philosophy: his principles of justice and their practical application to society. It also looks at Rawls' theories of liberty, political and economic justice.

In this introduction, Beiser covers every major aspect of Hegel's thought. Placing him in the historical context of nineteenth century Germany, the author clarifies the insights and originality of Hegel's philosophy.

In this comprehensive introduction, Julian Young covers the major aspects of Schopenhauer's philosophy. He discusses the central areas of Schopenhauer's metaphysics, fundamental to understanding his work as a whole.

Presents an introduction to Heidegger's life and work. This book introduces and assesses the key arguments of Being and Time under three key headings: pragmatism; existentialism; and the themes of time and being.

Beginning with an overview of Hume's life and work, this book introduces the central aspects of Hume's thought. It considers the influence and legacy of Hume's thought. It draws on and explains many of Hume's central works. It is suitable for students of philosophy.

In this introduction, Nicholas Dent covers the whole of Rousseau's thought. Beginning with a helpful overview of Rousseau's life and works, he introduces and assesses Rousseau's central ideas and arguments.