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Summary
Background
Book 1, Introductory
Book 1, Part 1
Book 1, Part 2, Chapters 11-18
Book 1, Part 2, Chapters 19-24
Book 1, Part 3
Book 2, Introduction and Part 1
Book 2, Part 2, Chapters 7-10
Book 2, Part 2, Chapters 11-15
Book 3, Part 1, Chapters 1-5
Book 3, Part 1, Chapters 6-11
Book 3, Part 1, Chapters 12-17
Book 3, Part 2
Key Figures
Index of Terms
Themes
Important Quotes
Essay Topics
How does philosophy differ from religion or theology? How does it differ from science?
Which philosopher does Russell admire most, in your reading? Which philosopher’s thought does he think has been the most harmful? Why? Do you agree with his assessments?
What role do Russell’s own biases play in the History? Would the book have been more effective if written with a more neutral authorial stance? Why or why not?
By Bertrand Russell
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