Why Read Bertrand Russell's The History of Western Philosophy

I introduce the book to those who have never read it and then say a little bout Russell's view of philosophy.

[@MEE6_BOT]

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[@MatthewThomas-ye1ei]

I much prefer Coppleston's history of Philosophy. I can't stand Bertrand Russel dogging so many of the philosophers who do not align with his modern views. Coppleston was a Catholic Priest, but he at least attempted to remain objective in his history.

[@zestastic1]

That's fair but I personally quite like the critiques as many of the works I often only see praise for. An objective perspective is (likely - I can't say as I haven't read but am interested to) better at gaining an understanding of a specific historical philosophy if you have no prior knowledge, but a subjective take on works you already know I personally believe is a more refreshing and nuanced way to picture the history of philosophy

[@MatthewThomas-ye1ei]

​@@zestastic1 Indeed It is refreshing to delve into Bertrand's History after having read enough philosophy to know when I disagree with something and to be pressed to think critically about it.