About the book
John Locke is widely acknowledged as the most important figure in the history of English philosophy and An Essay Concerning Human Understanding is his greatest intellectual work, emphasising the importance of experience for the formation of knowledge. The Routledge Guidebook to Locke’s Essay Concerning Human Understanding introduces the major themes of Locke’s great book and serves as a companion to this key work, examining:
- The context of Locke’s work and the background to his writing
- Each part of the text in relation to its goals, meaning and impact
- The reception of the book when it was first seen by the world
- The relevance of Locke’s work to philosophy today, its legacy and influence
With further reading suggested throughout, this text follows Locke’s original work closely, making it essential reading for all students of philosophy, and all those wishing to get to grips with this classic work.
Editions of The Routledge Guidebook to Locke's Essay Concerning Human Understanding
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- ISBN 9781136205514
- PDF
- ISBN 9781136205521
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John Locke is widely acknowledged as the most important figure in the history of English philosophy and An Essay Concerning Human Understanding is his greatest intellectual work, emphasising the importance of experience for the formation of knowledge. The Routledge Guidebook to Locke’s Essay Concerning Human Understanding introduces the major themes of Locke’s great book and serves as a companion to this key work, examining:
- The context of Locke’s work and the background to his writing
- Each part of the text in relation to its goals, meaning and impact
- The reception of the book when it was first seen by the world
- The relevance of Locke’s work to philosophy today, its legacy and influence
With further reading suggested throughout, this text follows Locke’s original work closely, making it essential reading for all students of philosophy, and all those wishing to get to grips with this classic work.
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What is The Routledge Guidebook to Locke's Essay Concerning Human Understanding about?
John Locke is widely acknowledged as the most important figure in the history of English philosophy and An Essay Concerning Human Understanding is his greatest intellectual work, emphasising the importance of experience for the formation of knowledge. The Routledge Guidebook to Locke’s Essay Concerning Human Understanding introduces the major themes of Locke’s great book and serves as a companion to this key work, examining:
- The context of Locke’s work and the background to his writing
- Each part of the text in relation to its goals, meaning and impact
- The reception of the book when it was first seen by the world
- The relevance of Locke’s work to philosophy today, its legacy and influence
With further reading suggested throughout, this text follows Locke’s original work closely, making it essential reading for all students of philosophy, and all those wishing to get to grips with this classic work.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Routledge Guidebook to Locke's Essay Concerning Human Understanding?
Philosophy and Religion > Philosophy
Where can I read a sample of The Routledge Guidebook to Locke's Essay Concerning Human Understanding?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781136205514
Is The Routledge Guidebook to Locke's Essay Concerning Human Understanding part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series The Routledge Guides to the Great Books
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Routledge Guidebook to Locke's Essay Concerning Human Understanding?
E. J. Lowe
Who is the Publisher of the book The Routledge Guidebook to Locke's Essay Concerning Human Understanding?
Taylor and Francis
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Routledge Guidebook to Locke's Essay Concerning Human Understanding is available as ebook(ISBN 9781136205514) and pdf(ISBN 9781136205521)