Ancient Philosophy: The Pre-Socratic Age

Classical Greek and Roman Philosophy

Medieval Philosophy: Christian, Islamic and Jewish Thinkers

Renaissance and Early Modern Philosophy

Enlightenment Philosophy

19th Century Philosophy: Kant to Nietzsche

20th Century and Contemporary Philosophy

A History of Western Philosophy is a seminal work by philosopher Bertrand Russell. It surveys Western philosophy from the pre-Socratic philosophers to the early 20th century. The book provides a comprehensive introduction to the main philosophical ideas and movements that have shaped Western thought.