Bertrand Russell
Bertrand Arthur William Russell, 3rd Earl Russell, was a British philosopher, logician, mathematician, and public intellectual. He had influence on mathematics, logic, set theory, and various areas of analytic philosophy.
An essay on the foundations of geometry
Venture into a world where the very building blocks of space and shape are questioned, challenging everything you thought you knew about lines, angles, and dimensions.
By Bertrand Russell
Proposed Roads to Freedom
Explore a world of philosophical movements that shaped social change in the beginning of the 20th century, as the author unpacks the urgent debates of socialism, anarchism, and syndicalism, and invites us to consider the future of society itself.
By Bertrand Russell
Why Men Fight: A method of abolishing the international duel
Explore the unsettling truths behind human conflict and discover a path towards lasting peace.
By Bertrand Russell
The Problem of China
Witness early 20th-century China grapple with modernization, foreign influence, and ancient traditions, prompting critical questions about civilization, progress, and the future of a nation.
By Bertrand Russell
Education and the good life
In a world of flawed schools, a call for change emerges, envisioning education that shapes not just minds but the very character needed for a fulfilling life.
By Bertrand Russell
The Analysis of Mind
Get ready to question everything you thought you knew about your own thoughts as one plucky author challenges the very definition of consciousness and mental experience.
By Bertrand Russell
Philosophy
Embark on a quest to question reality and knowledge itself, challenging the bedrock of your beliefs about human understanding.
By Bertrand Russell
The Practice and Theory of Bolshevism
A philosopher witnesses the birth of a Communist nation and questions whether its idealistic goals can justify its ruthless methods.
By Bertrand Russell
The A B C of Relativity
Embark on a mind-bending journey to understand how our perceptions of time and space are challenged by a groundbreaking theory that redefines reality.
By Bertrand Russell
Our Knowledge of the External World as a Field for Scientific Method in Philosophy
Embark on a quest to bridge the gap between sensory experiences and scientific truths, where philosophy embraces logic to unravel the mysteries of reality.
By Bertrand Russell
The Problems of Philosophy
Can we be certain of anything if our senses might be playing tricks on us?
By Bertrand Russell
Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Bertrand Russell
Explore vast philosophical landscapes of the early twentieth century, where intricate themes of knowledge, reality, and human ethics intertwine in thought-provoking discourse.
By Bertrand Russell
Icarus; or, The Future of Science
Humanity risks soaring too close to the sun with its scientific achievements, potentially facing destruction without considering the ethical implications, similar to the fate of a figure from ancient Greek mythology.
By Bertrand Russell
Mysticism and Logic and Other Essays
A philosophical battle between intuition and reason unfolds as the essays seek to harmonize the profound insights of human experience with the rigor of scientific inquiry.
By Bertrand Russell
What I believe
Explore a world of rational ethics and love and discover how to achieve a harmonious and happy existence through the power of knowledge.
By Bertrand Russell
Political Ideals
In a world dominated by flawed political systems, a philosopher envisions a society where individual creativity triumphs over the urge to possess, ultimately shaping a brighter future for mankind.
By Bertrand Russell
Free Thought and Official Propaganda
Discover how hidden forces of power and control seek to capture your mind, and learn how to break free from their grasp.
By Bertrand Russell