I only read the first two books for my great books discussion group...

He has some lofty ideas...he is quite the elitist....he is free to have all the time in the world to think due to the fact his every need was cared for by slaves. He goes into some length to defend slavery, to justify it...and I really don't have words to describe how I feel about his thoughts on women...

Much of the language is very subjective and can drive you a wee bit crazy. However, the very fact that the language is subjective makes his work adaptable throughout the ages...which is why it is still around to read today.