Dictionary of Philosophy

by Dagobert D. Runes

The aim of this dictionary is to provide teachers, students & laymen with clear, concise & correct definitions & descriptions of philosophical terms throughout the range of philosophic thought. In this volume, all branches of schools of ancient, medieval & modern philosophy are represented. This reissue of the 1942 edition, with scores of new entries, is an event widely heralded by both scholars & students. From Aristotelianism to Zoroastrianism, from Abbagnano to Swingli, the new edition of the classic work remains true & valid. While preserving the original material, additions include such well-known names as Martin Buber, Simone de Beauvoir, Ayn Rand, Jean-Paul Sartre, Lionel Trilling et alia.

Genres: Philosophy, Reference, Dictionaries

360 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1942

About the author

Dr. Dagobert David Runes was the founder of The Philosophical Library, a spiritual organization and publisher. After receiving his Doctorate in Philosophy from the University of Vienna in 1924, he emigrated to the United States, where he became editor of The Modern Thinker and later Current Digest. From 1931 to 1934 he was Director of the Institute for Advanced Education in New York City.

Reviews

[Shinji007]

I have an edition published in 1962, and mine was inexpensive, and I found it in a used bookstore seller. I have found this small volume immeasurably helpful in my philosophy readings. Do not underestimate this book. I would recommend it.