Philosophic Classics : From Plato to Derrida. This item is unavailable.Philosophic Classics : From Plato to Derrida

• This anthology of readings in the survey of Western philosophy―from the Ancient Greeks to the 20th Century―is designed to be accessible to today's students. Striking a balance between major and minor figures, it features the best available translations of texts―complete works or complete selections of works―which are both central to each philosopher's thought and are widely accepted as part of the “canon.” The selections are readable and accessible, while still being faithful to the original. Introductions to each historical period and to each philosopher, and an abundance of drawings, diagrams, photographs, and a timeline keep students focused throughout.
• This Combined Volume contains the most important works from Baird's Philosophic Classics, Volumes I- V.

"Students with little or no background in philosophy would likely find it difficult―if not impossible―to comprehend the works of many of the philosophers addressed in [each] volume on their own. However, this text's informative introductions and careful selection of readings make it possible for students to get a foothold in their primary texts....[S]tudents are afforded the opportunity to engage with the works of these illustrious but often inscrutable thinkers." ― Jennifer McMahon, Centre College

"This collection is by far the best I have seen in this area....And I certainly prefer having all of my material together in one text rather than having students purchase half a dozen books, which then still require supplementation. I cannot imagine a better format or selection of materials that would tempt me away from this collection for another." ― Ted Toadvine, Emporia State University