Essays in the Philosophy of History

This collection of essays features some of the best of R. G. Collingwood’s work concerning the relationship between history and philosophy.

First published posthumously in 1965, Essays in the Philosophy of History is a collection of R. G. Collingwood’s best work. He explores the philosophy of history, its aims, limitations, and relevance. Highly recommended for students of philosophy and those interested in historical cycles.


The contents of this volume feature:
- Croce's Philosophy of History
- Are History and Science Different Kinds of Knowledge?
- The Nature and Aims of a Philosophy of History
- Oswald Spengler and the Theory of Historical Cycles
- The Limits of Historical Knowledge
- A Philosophy of History
- A Philosophy of Progress