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The nineteenth century is one of the most important periods in the history of philosophy, and crucial in shaping the intellectual landscape of the twentieth century. The Routledge Companion to Nineteenth Century Philosophy is an outstanding survey and assessment of the century as a whole.
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A CHOICE Outstanding Academic title 2010
'This is a crucial resource for advanced undergraduates and faculty of any discipline who are interested in the 19th-century roots of contemporary philosophical problems. Summing Up: Essential.' - CHOICE
"... offers an unusually fine selection of themes and outstanding scholars to help philosophers come to grips with the 19th century ... This volume has achieved its goals admirably." - Quaestiones Disputatae
"A genuinely comprehensive history of the major (and even many of the minor) figures of 19th-century philosophy, American, British and Continental European. It will prove a valuable resource for students and scholars seeking introductions to these philosophers." - Brian Leiter, University of Chicago, USA
"Impressive in both its breadth and the quality of its contributions. They are engaging, philosophically informative, and historically well-informed. In sum, the present collection proves very successful in fulfilling the promise implicit in the project of any such 'companion'." - Bernard Reginster, Brown University, USA
"This fascinating and very welcome collection of essays on nineteenth century philosophical thought is an impressive achievement by all concerned. I would recommend it highly to anyone with an interest in the field." - Robert Stern, The University of Sheffield, UK