Introduction to Western Philosophy

Author: Zhang Zhiwei
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Publish Date: 2005-09-01
Features: As a part of the series on quality education for college students, this book primarily follows the chronological sequence of philosophers' questions, familiarizes readers with their concepts, follows their reasoning, and helps understand their thoughts. It introduces the rich intellectual system of Western philosophy in four major parts: Ancient Philosophy, Medieval Philosophy, Modern Philosophy, and Contemporary Philosophy. Learning Western philosophy is not only a way to train theoretical thinking but also helps cultivate a sense of history and critical spirit. It guides students to think about philosophical and life-related issues. Therefore, studying philosophy aligns well with the requirements of quality education, lifelong learning, and holistic human development. This textbook is suitable for undergraduate students of non-philosophy majors and can also serve as a concise knowledge resource for those interested in Western philosophy.