World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Socrates
Read about the life of the Greek philosopher Socrates, the philosophy he developed, his influence, and his execution for impiety and for corrupting young people.
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Francis Bacon: Preface to the Novum Organum
Here is Francis Bacon's introduction to his most far-reaching work, "Novum Organum," in translation. Its significance is noted by the fact that it is part of the core curriculum at Brooklyn College.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Ancient History Sourcebook: Marcus Aurelius Meditations
Ancient History Sourcebook offers the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius Antonius, the "philosopher emperor" of Rome. This is one of the few pieces of literature written by a world leader; even more striking is the fact that it is a work of...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Open Course Ware: Problems in Philosophy
Take advantage of these resources when examining the purpose and power of philosophy and increase understanding of argumentative skills.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Open Course Ware: Classics in Western Philosophy
Utilize these excellent resources when introducing the concepts of Western Philosophy and/or analyzing changing philosophies over time.
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: Hannah Arendt
An excellent and thoroughly detailed biography of Arendt's life. Includes philosophical ideas, her relationship with Heidegger, and the establishment of her own important work and career.
Victorian Web
Brown University: The Victorian Web
This is a comprehensive resource on literary, philosophical, religious, scientific and technological advancements of the Victorian age. Learn about famous Victorian authors, literary genres and more.
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International Debate Education Association: Debates: Philosophy
A selection of debate topics focused on philosophical issues. Each topic includes a clear statement of the argument, a list of points for and against, suggested support for each (point and counterpoint), and a bibliography that supports...
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Plato
Read about the life of the Greek philosopher Plato, the philosophy he developed, and his legacy.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: Author: Sun Tzu
This site offers a link to Sun Tzu's nonfiction work The Art of War. Sun Tzu was a Chinese general, military strategist, and philosopher who is traditionally credited as the author of The Art of War, a widely influential work of military...
Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon: Project Gutenberg: The Human Comedy (Honore De Balzac)
The entire collection of Balzac's novels and short stories, translated to English, is available here in plain text format.
Eserver
E Server: "An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding"
Text of Hume's most famous work from "Harvard Classics, Volume 37." Select desired chapter from this classic work.
Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech: Charles Babbage
Learn about Charles Babbage; computer pioneer, philosopher, politician, newtonian, industrialist who lived from 1791 to 1871.
Hanover College
Hanover College: Zeno Commentary
Contains Simplicius' translation and commentary of Zeno's philosophical fragments, as well as Aristotle's commentary on the same.
Franco Cavazzi
Roman empire.net: Marcus Aurelius
Good biography of Marcus Aurelius describing the lengthy wait he had to become emperor, the fierce wars he fought, and his stoic philosophy. Also deals with the questions about Commodus and his appointments as co-emperor and emperor.
Stanford University
Saint Augustine
A very long and detailed account of St. Augustine's philosophy and religious beliefs. Paragraphs three through five contain historical information on Augustine's life.
McMaster University
Mc Master University: The Bertrand Russell Archives
The archives of Bertrand Russell (1872-1970)-- British philosopher, logician, essayist, and renowned peace advocate--are located at McMaster University. This is the home page for the collection, which features biographical information,...
Georgetown University
Augustine: Christianity and Society
A scholarly article on St. Augustine's religious philosophy. It includes an examination of his major theological work "City of God".
Discovering Lewis & Clark
Discovering Lewis & Clark: Benjamin Rush, m.d.
Learn detailed information about the life and education of Dr. Benjamin Rush who advised Lewis on how to keep his men healthy and what questions to ask to determine the health practices of the Indians he would encounter. Rush was also a...
Philosophy Pages
Philosophy Pages: Kant, Synthetic a Priori Judgments
An overview of Kant's philosophical perspectives. Includes discussion of Kant as trying to move beyond traditional rational or empirical approaches to thought. Defines A Priori and A Posteriori judgments and more.
Nobel Media AB
The Nobel Prize: William Lawrence Bragg Biographical
The official Nobel biography of William Lawrence Bragg. the son of William Henry Bragg, who shared the 1915 Nobel Prize in Physics with his father. This article focuses on Bragg's science activities, positions, and achievements and honors.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Democracy in America: Citizenship: Making Government Work
This unit on citizenship introduces the question "What is government?" from a philosophical perspective, and delves into the meaning of government, how it works, etc. through a Video on Demand, assignments, and critical thinking and more.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: Imperialism
Collection of primary sources that supports study of imperialism. Sources include contemporary narrative accounts, letters, memoirs, songs, newspaper reports, and a variety of legal, cultural, philosophical, religious, and scientific...
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Anarchy Archives
A rich collection of links and articles assembled by a professor of political studies.