An ideal introduction for the casual reader and a beneficial reference for the student, The Philosophers Handbook features the writings of some of the worlds most influential philosophers. Based on the premise that all human beings are curious about their existence, Rosens collection brings together primary excerpts from the works of prominent thinkers such as Plato, Nietzsche, Descartes, Machiavelli, and Kant. Experts in each field have carefully selected the sources and provided brief introductions to help readers gain insight into the readings. Newly revised in order to emphasize its broad appeal, The Philosophers Handbook is a solid introduction to Western philosophy for all inquiring minds.