The World's Great Philosophers provides an introduction to and overview of some of the most profound and influential thinkers in the history of philosophy. * Presents an introduction to and overview of some of the most profound and influential thinkers in the history of philosophy. * Contains 40 essays, written by an outstanding international assembly of scholars. * Provides cogent and accessible discussion of key philosophers from around the world. * Conveys the historical panorama of philosophical thought on the nature of reality, the human condition, and basic human values.