Maria Rosa Antognazza

Leibniz: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)

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ISBN 13:: 9780198718642
author:: Maria Rosa Antognazza
format:: Paperback
publisher:: OUP Oxford Reprint edition
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2016
Pages:: 160
Dimensions:: 17 x 1 x 10.9 cm
Genre:: Science & Nature, Mathematics, History of Mathematics, Maria Rosa Antognazza,Leibniz: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions),OUP Oxford,0198718640,Philosophy,History & Philosophy,Individual Philosophers,Mathematics,Science/Mathematics,L
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Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz was a man driven by a desire to improve human life through the advancement of science and the establishment of a just society. This Very Short Introduction explores his philosophy in the context of his broader intellectual vision, examining the fundamental principles of his thought and its connections to various fields such as logic, mathematics, physics, and politics. Leibniz's theories on truth, knowledge, and possible worlds are considered alongside his practical concerns with law, economics, administration, technology, medicine, and religion. The book concludes by discussing Leibniz's response to the problem of evil through his theodicy, providing insight into what is ultimately real in our world. The Very Short Introductions series offers concise and engaging introductions to a wide range of subjects, making it an ideal choice for those looking to gain a deeper understanding of this complex thinker.

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