George Berkeley is one of the most prominent philosophers of the eighteenth century. His Principles of Human Knowledge has become a focal point in the understanding of empiricist thought and the development of eighteenth century philosophy.This volume introduces and assesses:* Berkeley's life and the background to the Principles* The ideas and text in the Principles* Berkeley's continuing importance to philosophy.
| ISBN: | 9780415250115 |
| Publication date: | 7th June 2001 |
| Author: | Robert Fogelin |
| Publisher: | Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 176 pages |
| Series: | Routledge Philosophy GuideBooks |
| Genres: |
Philosophy: epistemology and theory of knowledge Western philosophy: Enlightenment |