Witcraft: The Invention of Philosophy in English

An ambitious new history of philosophy in English that broadens the canon to include many lesser-known figures

“[This] lively chronicle of philosophy in English is a splendid accomplishment sufficient unto itself. Highly intelligent, always even-handed, quietly but consistently witty, Witcraft is an excellent guide along the twisted and tricky path of human thought.”—Wall Street Journal

Ludwig Wittgenstein once wrote that “philosophy should be written like poetry.” But philosophy has often b...