"The Story of Philosophy: Francis Bacon" by Will Durant offers readers a comprehensive exploration of the life and philosophical contributions of Francis Bacon, one of the most influential figures in the development of modern science and philosophy. In this illuminating work, Durant delves into Bacon's upbringing, education, and intellectual pursuits, providing readers with a detailed portrait of his life and times. He examines Bacon's major philosophical...

"The Story of Philosophy: Aristotle and Greek Science" by Will Durant offers readers a comprehensive exploration of the life and philosophical contributions of Aristotle, one of history's most influential thinkers, and the broader context of Greek scientific thought. In this insightful work, Durant delves into Aristotle's upbringing, education, and philosophical journey, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of his intellectual development....

En 1968, Will Durant y Ariel Durant, tras concluir su monumental Historia de la civilización, colección aclamada por crítica y público, decidieron proporcionar a los lectores un compendio de su obra. Una descripción general de las tendencias y lecciones extraídas a lo largo de cinco mil años de historia mundial y examinadas desde doce perspectivas: geografía, biología, raza, carácter, moral, religión, economía, socialismo, gobierno, guerra,...

On t.p.: Being a history of civilization in Egypt and the Near East to the death of Alexander, and in India, China and Japan from the beginning to our own day; with an introduction on the nature and foundations of civilization.

On t.p.: A history of medieval civilization--Christian, Islamic, and Judaic--From Constantine to Dante: A.D. 325-1300.

A wise and witty compendium of the greatest thoughts, greatest minds, and greatest books of all time-listed in accessible and succinct form-by one of the world's greatest scholars. From the "Hundred Best Books" to the "Ten Greatest Thinkers" to the "Ten Greatest Poets," here is a concise collection of the world's most significant knowledge. For the better part of a century, Will Durant dwelled upon-and wrote about-the most significant eras, individuals,...

The authors devoted five decades to the study of world history and philosophy, culminating in the masterful eleven-volume Story of Civilization. In this compact summation of their work, Will and Ariel Durant share the vital and profound lessons of our collective past. Their perspective, gained after a lifetime of thinking and writing about the history of humankind, is an invaluable resource for us today. The rare archival recordings of the Durants...

Portrays the enigmatic character and incredible career of Napoleon Bonaparte, and describes the world he helped to fashion in the course of his ambitions.