Modern Philosophy (Second Edition): An Anthology of Primary Sources

Roger Ariew · Eric Watkins

Hackett Publishing

About this ebook

The leading anthology of writings of the modern period, Modern Philosophy provides the key works of seven major philosophers, along with a rich selection of associated texts by other leading thinkers of the period, chosen to deepen the reader's understanding of modern philosophy and its relationship to the natural sciences. Building on the strengths of the first edition, this second edition is enhanced by the addition of the following selections: Montaigne, Apology for Raymond Sebond, "The Senses Are Inadequate"; Newton, Principia, "General Scholium" and Optics, "Query 31"; Hume, Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion, Parts 1-5 and 9-12; Reid, Inquiry Into the Human Mind, Conclusion, and Essays on the Intellectual Powers of Man, "Of Judgment," Chapter 2, Of Common Sense.

About the author

Roger Ariew is Professor of Philosophy, University of South Florida. Eric Watkins is Professor of Philosophy, University of California, San Diego.