Leibniz in 90 Minutes

by Paul Strathern

Series:Philosophers in 90 Minutes

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In Leibniz in 90 Minutes, Paul Strathern offers a concise, expert account of Leibniz's life and ideas, and explains their influence on man's struggle to understand his existence in the world. The book also includes selections from Leibniz's writings; a brief list of suggested reading for those who wish to push further; and chronologies that place Leibniz within his own age and in the broader scheme of philosophy.

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Kavinay 612 reviews

I had no idea about Leibniz recruiting multiple patrons to the point that his first sponsor, Hanover, effectively arrested him upon return from drumming up business.

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