Leibniz -- World Thinkers Translation Series

Author: Garrett Zeng Shiying (USA) and others
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Publish Date: 2006-08-15
Features: Leibniz was one of the most talented intellectuals in the 17th century, possibly also the most erudite person of that time. He felt it was his sacred duty to understand the mysteries of the universe to the greatest extent possible and believed this was the best way to benefit humanity. He tirelessly studied, trying to complete work that would take several lifetimes in just one. As the above quote indicates, Leibniz's philosophical method was to synthesize and innovate by drawing from various sources. He combined the major philosophical trends of his time and antiquity into a new whole. Moreover, Leibniz was not just a philosopher but also a mathematician, diplomat, inventor, lawyer, and librarian, and he was an outstanding figure in many other fields. It is through these professional experiences that people come to understand his philosophy. It is precisely because of these factors that Leibniz's philosophy stands out. He not only had a very broad range of interests but also drew some astonishing conclusions. In this book, I will attempt to demonstrate the breadth of Leibniz's thought and, by revealing the reasoning process behind his ideas, make his conclusions clearer for people to recognize.