The Philosophy of Spinoza by Benedictus de Spinoza

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Author Spinoza, Benedictus de, 1632-1677
Editor Ratner, Joseph, 1901-
Title The Philosophy of Spinoza
Note Reading ease score: 54.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The Philosophy of Spinoza" edited by Joseph Ratner is a philosophical text written in the early 20th century. The work is a compilation and reinterpretation of Spinoza's complex ideas, primarily based on his seminal text, the "Ethics". This volume seeks to render Spinoza's philosophy more accessible to lay readers, avoiding the geometrical style of the original to foster a clearer understanding of his thoughts on God, humanity, and existence. At the start of the text, the editor provides a preface explaining the rationale behind the selection and arrangement of Spinoza's writings. The aim is to curate a continuous narrative that makes it easier for readers unfamiliar with philosophical intricacies to grasp Spinoza's significant ideas, such as the nature of God, the human mind, and the moral implications of determinism. The opening emphasizes the need for a text that captures the coherence of Spinoza’s philosophy while remaining true to the original content, setting the stage for an exploration of profound themes in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Subject Philosophy
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