Continuum's Reader's Guides are clear, concise and accessible introductions to classic works of philosophy. Each book explores the major themes, historical and philosophical context and key passages of a major philosophical text, guiding the reader toward a thorough understanding of often demanding material. Ideal for undergraduate students, the guides provide an essential resource for anyone who needs to get to grips with a philosophical text.Kant's Critique of Pure Reason is arguably the most important work of philosophy of the last two centuries. It is a classic text that is encountered by virtually every student of philosophy. As such, this is a hugely important and exciting, yet notoriously challenging, piece of philosophical writing. In Kant's 'Critique of Pure Reason': A Reader's Guide, James Luchte offers a clear and thorough account of this key philosophical work. The book offers a detailed review of the key themes and a lucid commentary that will enable readers to rapidly navigate the text. Geared towards the specific requirements of students who need to reach a sound understanding of the text as a whole, the guide explores the complex and important ideas inherent in the text and provides a cogent survey of the reception and influence of Kant's hugely important work.

An essential addition to the Reader's Guides series, Luchte offers the ideal companion to study this most influential of texts.

About the Author
James Luchte is Lecturer in Philosophy at the University of Wales, Lampeter. Previous publications include a translation of Nietzsche's poetry. He has taught Kant to undergraduate students for many years and currently runs a course on Kant and German Idealism that focuses largely on the Critique of Pure Reason.


Book Information
ISBN 9780826493224
Author Dr James Luchte
Format Paperback
Page Count 208
Imprint Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd.
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 260g