An unparalleled collection of original essays on Benedict de Spinoza's
contributions to philosophy and his enduring legacy
A Companion to Spinoza presents a panoramic view of contemporary
Spinoza studies in Europe and across the Anglo-American world. Designed
to stimulate fresh dialogue between the analytic and continental
traditions in philosophy, this extraordinary volume brings together 53
original essays that explore Spinoza's contributions to Western
philosophy and intellectual history. A diverse team of established and
emerging international scholars discuss new themes and classic topics to
provide a uniquely comprehensive picture of one of the most influential
metaphysicians of all time.
Rather than simply summarizing the body of existing scholarship, the
Companion develops new ideas, examines cutting-edge scholarship, and
suggests directions for future research. The text is structured around
six thematically-organized sections, exploring Spinoza's life and
background, his contributions to metaphysics and natural philosophy, his
epistemology, politics, ethics, and aesthetics, the reception of Spinoza
in the work of philosophers such as Kant, Schelling, Schopenhauer, and
Hegel, and more. This unparalleled research collection combines a timely
overview of the current state of research with deep coverage of
Spinoza's philosophy, legacy, and influence.
Part of the celebrated Blackwell Companions to Philosophy series, A
Companion to Spinoza is an ideal text for advanced courses in modern
philosophy, intellectual history, and the history of metaphysics, and an
indispensable reference for researchers and scholars in Spinoza studies.
