Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Roger Bacon
Fordham University provides this site with information on "On Experimental Science, 1268." Roger Bacon reviews "the principles of wisdom from the point of view of experimental science."
University of Groningen
American History: Biographies: Edmund Burke (1729 1797)
British statesman, parliamentary orator and political thinker, played a prominent part in all major political issues for about 30 years after 1765, and remained an important figure in the history of political theory.
Rice University
Galileo Project: Thomas Hobbes
This site from The Galileo Project of Rice University presents Hobbes' life in an outline, giving easy access to the critical information. This is a great site to check out for information on the subject.
US National Archives
Nara: Prologue Magazine: Women and Naturalization
A lengthy essay on George Washington proposing that his real accomplishments as first President of the U.S. and winner of the Revolutionary War have been overshadowed by the myths and stories of the Cherry Tree, teeth, and no lies....
Victorian Web
The Victorian Web: The Sublime
This site provides an excellent variety of essays divides the topic of the sublime into four categories: objective sublime, subjective sublime, characteristic literary motifs, and cultural relations.
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: Blaise Pascal
This site provides a substantial biography of Pascal with excerpts from "Pensees," and the entire text of "Provincial Letters."
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: The Enlightenment
A great essay on the Enlightenment period of the 18th century with hyperlinks to many individuals and movements of the time. A very scholarly look at the "age of enlightenment."
Victorian Web
Victorian Web: John Locke
A brief but informative biography is provided, about John Locke and his major works and accomplishments. There is a black and white portrait, along with links to additional information included.
Luminarium
Luminarium: Sir Francis Bacon
Site dedicated to Sir Francis Bacon (1561-1626 CE). Included are links to information about his life, his works, and famous quotes by Bacon.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Epicureanism
Wikipedia provides detailed information on Epicureanism, a system of philosophy based on the teachings of Epicurus.
Philosophy Pages
Philosophy Pages: Engels, Friedrich (1820 1895)
Brief entry provides links and a list of recommended reading for understanding Engels (1820-1895 CE) and his work.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: Authors: Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe
This site features the author Johann Wolfgang von Goethe including a biography, the full text of the novel The Sorrows of Young Werther, the poem "The Erlking", and the drama Faust Part 1.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: Author: Jean Jacques Rousseau
This site features the author Jean Jacques Rousseau including a biography and the full text of the nonfiction work, The Social Contract or Principles of Political Right.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: Author: Bertrand Russell
This site features the author Bertrand Russell including a biography and the full text of the short story, "Why I Am Not A Christian".
Other
Citta Nuova Editrice: Augustine of Hippo
A collection of resources on the life and works of St. Augustine, from Italian publisher Citta Nuova. Includes a gallery of images of the saint in a variety of media (painting, sculpture, mosaic) and links to external resources where you...
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A Spinoza Chronology
Detailed timeline showing Spanish and Portuguese history in relation to Spinoza. Records dates of major works, as well as some of Pascal and Newton.
Other
Latter Rain Page: Roger Bacon's Life, Works, Philosophy
Well-rounded biography of Roger Bacon with very clear explanation of his philosophy. The focus is on his belief that knowledge can be attained through scientific experiments and through divine inspiration. Includes brief excerpt from...
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National Humanities Institute: Croce in America
Lengthy but informative article traces the fame and decline of Croce's philosophy in the 20th century, as well as his contributions in aesthetics, literary criticism, and historiography. Author argues that Croce's thought deserves a...
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R. B. Jones: The Philosophy of Logic
Excellent overview of logic. Defines the term in informative detail, while relating logic to its neighbors in epistemology, metaphysics, and analytic philosophy. A terrific introduction to the subject.
Other
Ellen's Place: Will Rogers 1879 1935
This page provides extensive information on the life and philosophy of Will Rogers.
Other
Hegel.net: Hegel E Texts
This site provides links to online versions of many of Hegel's writings in both German and English.
Other
The Tao Te Ching
A translation of the Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu, the major work of Taoism (Daoism).
Other
Plato's Republic
Intensive look at "The Republic," by Plato. Incorporates a brief biography of Plato along with a condensed version of "The Republic". Truly gives the essence of Plato's philosophy.
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Explorable: Ancient Astronomy, Science and the Ancient Greeks
Discusses the influences of other cultures on ancient Greek astronomers, and the advances made by the Greeks. It highlights major astronomers and those who contributed important ideas from the 6th to the 2nd centuries BC, including...
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