Great Books of the Western World

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Reading and understanding the Great Books of the Western World lead to a greater understanding of yourself and the traditions that shape the world around you. Follow the teachings of Hippocrates that helped define medical ethics today, explore the thoughts of Adam Smith that led to the rise of capitalism, even challenge your mind with Newton’s pioneering thoughts on human flight—all from the comfort of your chair. Of course, with Britannica's Great Books you are never far from tales of mystery, romance, and adventure. You will find timeless tales like Moby Dick, Huckleberry Finn, and Faust; brilliant satire such as Animal Farm, Don Quixote, and The Canterbury Tales; stories of conflict and suspense from Romeo and Juliet to War and Peace. You can also explore the mysteries of the human mind with Sigmund Freud. Examine the logic of Aristotle, the reasoning of Immanuel Kant, and the literary genius of F. Scott Fitzgerald. The learning and adventure never end with this classic collection of treasured works. Great Books of the Western World bring you centuries of great works for a lifetime of learning.

BONUS! Enjoy The Great Conversation, a compilation of background information on the amazing authors, timelines, photos, quotes from the classic works, and more. A special section offers advice on how to get the most out of the Great Books collection, including a 10-year reading plan.

• Volumes: 60 Volumes
• Pages: 37,844
• Copyright: 2007
• ISBN: 978-0-85229-531-1

Over 500 Classics in 60 Beautiful Volumes
The four subject areas—History and Social Science, Imaginative Literature, Mathematics and the Natural Sciences, and Philosophy and Theology—are easily identified by the color-coded binding.

The Syntopicon
Volumes 1 and 2 make up the Syntopicon, a unique guide that enables you to investigate a particular idea, such as courage or democracy, and compare what different authors have to say about it.

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