An Introduction to Medieval Philosophy

By exploring the philosophical character of some of the greatest medieval thinkers, An Introduction to Medieval Philosophy provides a rich overview of philosophy in the world of Latin Christianity.

• Explores the deeply philosophical character of such medieval thinkers as Augustine, Boethius, Eriugena, Anselm, Aquinas, Bonaventure, Scotus, and Ockham
• Reviews the central features of the epistemological and metaphysical problem of universals
• Shows how medieval authors adapted philosophical ideas from antiquity to apply to their religious commitments
• Takes a broad philosophical approach of the medieval era by, taking account of classical metaphysics, general culture, and religious themes

Author: Joseph W. Koterski
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
Published: 11/01/2008
Pages: 256
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.80d
ISBN13: 9781405106788
ISBN10: 1405106786
BISAC Categories:
- Philosophy | History & Surveys | Medieval

About the Author

Reverend Joseph W. Koterski, S.J., is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Fordham University. He also serves as the Editor-in-Chief of International Philosophical Quarterly and as Chaplain in Queen's Court Residential College for Freshmen.