The Problems of Philosophy (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Philosophical TreatiseBy Bertrand Russell
Length6h 21m
About this audiobook
The Problems of Philosophy is Bertrand Russell's lucid introduction to the central questions of epistemology and metaphysics: what we can know, how we know it, and what reality may be beyond immediate experience. Written in a supple, non-technical prose, the book moves from sense-data and appearance to induction, universals, a priori knowledge, and the limits of philosophical certainty. Situated within early twentieth-century analytic philosophy, it exemplifies Russell's commitment to clarity, logical discipline, and the patient dismantling of inherited assumptions. Russell, mathematician, logician, and public intellectual, brought to philosophy the rigor that also shaped his work with Alfred North Whitehead on Principia Mathematica. His engagement with empiricism, realism, and the foundations of knowledge informs every chapter. The book reflects a thinker intent on rescuing philosophy from obscurity without reducing its depth, showing how abstract inquiry remains connected to ordinary acts of belief, perception, and judgment. This volume is highly recommended for readers seeking an elegant gateway into philosophy's enduring problems. Beginners will find it accessible; advanced readers will appreciate its precision, historical importance, and continuing relevance to debates about knowledge, reality, and rational inquiry.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenrePhilosophy
Length6 hrs 21 mins
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Publish dateDec 11, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Thomas Reid (Annotated)
14Chapter VIII. How a Priori Knowledge is Possible
2Introduction
15Chapter IX. The World of Universals
3Synopsis
16Chapter X. On Our Knowledge of Universals
4Historical Context
17Chapter XI. On Intuitive Knowledge
5Author Biography
18Chapter XII. Truth and Falsehood
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6Preface
19Chapter XIII. Knowledge, Error, and Probable Opinion
7Chapter I. Appearance and Reality
20Chapter XIV. The Limits of Philosophical Knowledge
8Chapter II. The Existence of Matter
21Chapter XV. The Value of Philosophy
9Chapter III. The Nature of Matter
22Bibliographical Note
10Chapter IV. Idealism
23Analysis
11Chapter V. Knowledge by Acquaintance and Knowledge by Description
24Reflection
12Chapter VI. On Induction
25Memorable Quotes
13Chapter VII. On Our Knowledge of General Principles
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