Philosophy Pages
Philosophy Pages: John Locke (1632 1704)
This site offers a brief biography of philosopher John Locke and highlights of his accomplishments. The summary traces the development of his political beliefs through contrast with other writers of his time. Site includes a bibliography...
Philosophy Pages
Philosophy Pages: Jean Paul Sartre (1905 1980)
A good biography of Sartre, focusing on his thought and works. Not too long, so a great place to start. Includes a list of some major works.
Philosophy Pages
Philosophy Pages: The Origins of Western Thought
Scroll down about 1/4 of the page for information on the philosophy of the Milesians. Discusses the beliefs, thinkings, and teachings of the three Milesian philosophers: Thales, Anaximander, and Anaximenes.
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Philosophy Pages: Aristotle (384 322 Bce)
The life, philosophy and metaphysics of Aristotle (384-322 BCE) are surveyed. The aim of Aristotle's logical treatises (known as the Organon) was to develop a universal method of reasoning by means of which it would be possible to learn...
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William Godwin Archive
Extensive bibliography of works by and about Godwin, a chronology of his life, and a good number his works in full text. There is also commentary about Godwin and his philosophy.
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Middle Tennessee State University: Spinoza's "Ethics"
Complete text of Spinoza's philosophical work. Also includes a dictionary of terms and a table of contents to the text.
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Animus: A Philosophical Journal for Our Time
Animus is an online scholarly journal that analyzes the role of philosophy today.
University of Calgary
U. Of Calgary: The Islamic World to 1600, Al Farabi
Article provides a brief article on the Islamic philosopher, Al-Farabi, whose work influenced the Islamic philosophers who followed him, particularly Ibn Sina and Ibn Rushd.
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New Geneva Center: Democritus
The New Geneva Center offers a brief description of the philosophy of Democritus and how he differed from Socrates.
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New York Univ.: Attitudes Toward Nature in Daoist Art
This resource provides information and activities to help students understand how Chinese Daoist philosophy shapes art. The site also includes Chinese nature poetry.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: Ancient Greek Philosophers for Kids
History Questions: Ancient Greek Philosophers Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
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Deutsches Historisches Museum: Hannah Arendt Philosophin
This site, which is provided for by the Deutsches Historisches Museum, gives a chronology of the life of philosopher Han(n)ah Arendt. The site is entirely in German.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Rationalism
Encyclopedia entry describing Rationalism as it fits into the history of the Catholic church. Gives information on German Theological Rationalism as well. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Baconian System of Philosophy
While this site provides some biographical information about Francis Bacon, its major focus is on his philosophy, particularly in "Novum Organum." Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Giovanni Pico Della Mirandola
The entry in the Catholic Encyclopedia. Contains useful biographical information, as well as an overview of his life's works and philosophy. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed...
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Catholic Encyclopedia: Herbartianism
This article gives an overview of Herbart's life and work in psychology, philosophy and education. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Plato
This long encyclopedia entry describes what is known about the life and philosophy of Plato (born ca. 427 BCE), the author of the Republic. ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of...
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Personal Site: Inter Religious Attitude
A long essay from this personal site detailing Hinduism's tolerance of other religions and downplaying Hindu-Muslim tension in present-day India. Claims that Hindu India has always been a sanctuary for oppressed members of other...
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The World's Religions and Their Scriptures: Taoism
Scroll down to the third paragraph of the section on Taoism. Discusses the sources of philosophical Taoism.
Science Struck
Science Struck: The Different Branches of Metaphysics
Learn what metaphysics is and what some different branches of this discipline are. Looks at Ontology, Philosophical Theology, and Cosmology.
Bartleby
Bartleby.com: Cambridge History of Eng and Am Lit: George Ripley
This site explains the role of George Ripley in founding Brook Farm. Examines the philosophy behind the utopian community and the causes for its ultimate demise.
University of Maryland
Umd: The Imperial Era Ii the Song Dynasty
This site features a brief article about the foundation of the Song Dynasty.
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Thomas Hobbes: Methodology
This site, which is provided for by the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy, gives a detailed biography of the life of Thomas Hobbes, including a discussion of his philosophy.
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Muslim Scientists: Mohammad Ibn Zakariya Al Razi
Brief biography of Mohammad ibn Zakariya al-Razi, famous for his contributions to the fields and studies of medicine, astronomy, philosophy, and physics.