Publisher's Synopsis
The History of Modern Philosophy from Nicolas of Cusa to the Present Time, written by Richard Falckenberg and published in 1893, is a comprehensive survey of the development of philosophy from the 15th century to the end of the 19th century. The book covers the major philosophical movements and thinkers of the period, including Renaissance humanism, Cartesianism, British empiricism, German idealism, and positivism. Falckenberg begins by discussing the early modern period, which saw the emergence of new philosophical ideas and the rejection of traditional authority. He then explores the development of Rationalism and Empiricism, two opposing philosophical movements that emerged in the 17th century. The book also covers the impact of the Enlightenment and the rise of Romanticism, as well as the emergence of Hegelianism and its influence on subsequent philosophical movements.Throughout the book, Falckenberg provides detailed analysis of the works of major philosophers such as Descartes, Spinoza, Leibniz, Locke, Hume, Kant, Hegel, Schopenhauer, and Nietzsche. He also examines the influence of social and political factors on the development of philosophy during this period, including the French Revolution and the rise of industrialization.Overall, The History of Modern Philosophy from Nicolas of Cusa to the Present Time is a comprehensive and detailed survey of the major philosophical movements and thinkers of the modern era. It remains an important resource for scholars and students of philosophy and intellectual history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
