The Story of Philosophy by Will Durant (Vintage 1967 Edition)

“The Story of Philosophy” is a non-fiction book written by American philosopher and writer Will Durant, first published in 1926. The book is a comprehensive overview of the history of Western philosophy, from ancient Greece to the 20th century.

In the book, Durant presents the key ideas and contributions of some of the most important philosophers in history, including Plato, Aristotle, Immanuel Kant, Friedrich Nietzsche, and many others. He also provides biographical information about the philosophers and explains how their ideas and theories fit into the broader context of their times.

One of the unique features of “The Story of Philosophy” is Durant’s emphasis on the role of social and political factors in shaping the development of philosophy. He argues that philosophy is not just an abstract intellectual pursuit, but is closely tied to the social, economic, and political conditions of the societies in which it arises.

“The Story of Philosophy” is considered a classic work of popular philosophy, and has been widely read and studied since its publication. It has also been criticized for its focus on Western philosophy at the expense of other philosophical traditions, and for its oversimplification of complex philosophical ideas.