Bertrand Russell Livres

An anthology of essays written by British philosopher Bertrand Russell between 1903 and 1959, including his thoughts on language, epistemology, metaphysics, politics, education, and other topics.

Written at a time when China was largely regarded by the West as backward, The Problem of China sees Russell rise above the prejudices of his era and assess China's past, present and future. This Routledge Classics edition includes a new introduction by Bernard Linsky.

An Essay on the Foundations of Geometry was first published in 1897 and marks Bertrand Russell's first foray into analytic philosophy, a movement in which Russell is one of the founding members and figurehead. This Routledge Classics edition includes a new Foreword by Michael Potter.

This volume is one of the most significant documents on the thought of the giant of the twentieth-century philosophy. Russell's 'Reply to Criticisms,' supplemented by a 1971 'Addendum,' displays his unrivalled clarity, perceptiveness, and scalpel-like wit, on topics ranging from mathematical logic to political philosophy, from epistemology to philosophy of history.

Traces major trends in the history of Western thought as well as narrating the intellectual achievements of individual civilizations and philosophers

This collection of essays explores the absurdities of conventional wisdom through sharp wit and insightful commentary. The author, renowned for their mastery of the essay form, challenges societal norms and expectations, inviting readers to reconsider accepted beliefs. Each piece combines humor with critical analysis, making the exploration of these themes both entertaining and thought-provoking.

Previously published: New York: Simon and Schuster, 1953.