Exploring the nature and scope of scientific knowledge, the increased power of nature that science affords and the changes in the lives of human beings that result from new forms of science, this is an insightful and accessible work that sees Russell at his very best.
This book provides the original text of A Critical Exposition of the Philosophy of Leibniz, which was first... Læs mere
Détente or Destruction, 1955-57 continues publication of Routledge's multi-volume critical edition of Bertrand Russell's shorter writings.
Bringing together for the first time a comprehensive selection of Russell's writing on metaphysics in one volume, Stephen Mumford chronicles the metaphysical nature of these insights through accessible introductions to the texts.
Charts the struggle between freedom and control, two determining forces in nineteenth century history, from the defeat of Napoleon and the Congress of Vienna to the lead-up to the First World War.
Russell on the threat of nuclear conflict, and how to avoid it. Crucial for understanding Russell's peace campaigning and involvement in the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament.
Bertrand Russell was one of the most influential figures of the 20th century and his autobiography is one of the most compelling and vivid ever written. This compact paperback edition contains an introduction by Michael Foot.
Russel on Religion presents a unique selection of Bertrand Russell's writings on religion and related topics from the turn of the century to the end of his life which provides a comprehensive and accessible overview of the development of his thin
Presents a further selection of essays, ranging from the politically correct, to the perfectly obscure: from The Prospects of Democracy to Men Versus Insects.
Written with Dora Black in 1920 this work examines the threat of industrialisation to human freedom and demonstrates how humanity perpetually struggles against the centralising forces of industrialisation and nationalism.
Written with Dora Black in 1920 this work examines the threat of industrialisation to human freedom and demonstrates how humanity perpetually struggles against the centralising forces of industrialisation and nationalism.
In this volume of essays Russell was concerned to combat the growth of dogmatism, whether of the Left or Right, which has hitherto characterised our tragic century.