Medieval Philosophy: A history of philosophy without any gaps, Volume 4

The medieval period is a rich period in the history of philosophy, with great thinkers such as Peter Abelard, Anselm of Canterbury, Thomas Aquinas, John Duns Scotus, William of Ockham, and Roger Bacon. It was also notable for the emergence of great women thinkers, such as Hildegard of Bingen, Marguerite Porete, and Julian of Norwich, who developed original ideas and arguments in every branch of philosophy.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 672 pages
Publication date: 27 January 2022
Publisher: Oxford University Press

Peter Adamson presents a captivating introduction to six hundred years of European philosophy, spanning from the early ninth century to the late fourteenth century. While the medieval period is renowned for its richness in philosophical thought, it remains relatively less known to the broader public. Adamson takes us on a journey to meet some of the greatest minds of the Western intellectual tradition, including Peter Abelard, Anselm of Canterbury, Thomas Aquinas, John Duns Scotus, William of Ockham, and Roger Bacon. Additionally, the medieval era witnessed the rise of remarkable women thinkers such as Hildegard of Bingen, Marguerite Porete, and Julian of Norwich, who made significant contributions to philosophy with their original ideas and arguments. During this period, every branch of philosophy experienced the development of groundbreaking ideas and profound arguments. Philosophy of religion and theology, metaphysics, philosophy of logic and language, moral and political theory, psychology, and the foundations of mathematics and natural science all witnessed the flourishing of original thought. The medieval period truly stood as a pivotal era in the history of philosophy, marked by the exploration of profound questions and the formulation of innovative theories that continue to influence our understanding of the world today.

Weight: 852g
Dimension: 159 x 236 x 52 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780192856739