About the Author

Edward Craig was formerly Knightbridge Professor of Philosophy at Cambridge University. He has held visiting appointments at the Universities of Hamburg, Heidelberg and Melbourne. His publications include The Mind of God and the Works of Man (OUP, 1987), Knowledge and the State of Nature (OUP, 1990) and Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction (OUP, 2002). He is General Editor of the Routledge Encyclopedia of Philosophy.

Reviews

'A remarkable achievement, building on the monumental Routledge Encyclopedia
of Philosophy, but carefully and intelligently distilling it for all students of philosophy. An invaluable resource.' - Simon Blackburn, author of Think: A Compelling Introduction to Philosophy' ... deserves a proud place on the bookshelf of any philosopher lover.' - New Humanist'Whether you read philosophy as an amateur or a professional, you will find [this] invaluable.' - The Catholic Herald'... the best guide on philosophy available for lay readers ... recommended for public libraries' Library Journal'The Shorter REP would be an excellent addition to a departmental library or desk reference.' - Philosophy in Review

'A remarkable achievement, building on the monumental Routledge Encyclopedia
of Philosophy, but carefully and intelligently distilling it for all students of philosophy. An invaluable resource.' - Simon Blackburn, author of Think: A Compelling Introduction to Philosophy' ... deserves a proud place on the bookshelf of any philosophy lover.' - New Humanist'Whether you read philosophy as an amateur or a professional, you will find [this book] invaluable.' - The Catholic Herald'...the best guide on philosophy available for lay readers ...recommended for public libraries' Library Journal