This resource provides a narrative survey of the history of Western philosophical thought. Provides a general description of different philosophical questions and how they were answered.

This site has biographical information for Machiavelli (1469-1527 CE), the political philosopher during the Italian Renaissance.

British statesman, parliamentary orator and political thinker, played a prominent part in all major political issues for about 30 years after 1765, and remained an important figure in the history of political theory.

A short introduction to the German economic and political philosopher, Karl Marx. Includes links to other sites about Marx, as well as links to books by or about Marx.

This site from The Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy provides a comprehensive survey of the life and philosophy of Thomas Hobbes. It discusses his writings as well as his ideas on moral and political philosophy.

This Stanford University encyclopedia entry discusses Confucius (551-479 BCE), who, according to Chinese tradition, was a thinker, political figure, educator, and founder of the Ru School of Chinese thought.

This site offers a brief biography of philosopher John Locke and highlights of his accomplishments. The summary traces the development of his political beliefs through contrast with other writers of his time. Site includes a bibliography...

This resource offers a three page biography of Greek philosopher and scientist, Aristotle.

Provides a detailed look at the Renaissance movement. Content includes a focus on important Renaissance political leaders, religious figures, authors, artists, scientists, philosophers, and composers.

This site provides very in-depth information about the life and works of the existentialist philosopher Soren Kierkegaard. Toward the bottom of the page is a chronological timeline of his life, as well as a bibliography and list of other...

A great biography. Includes extensive quotes by Hobbes and by those who knew him. His works and philosophical ideas are detailed here.

A biography of the works and philosophical/political ideas of Machiavelli. Includes some dates and describes the times in which he lived.

This essay is a thorough investigation of the various political and philosophical changes which have occurred throughout the environmental movement. Examines the current situation and includes references. Excellent article.

This site offers an intuitive look at "Occam's Razor," the philosophical statement of the "principle of unnecessary plurality." Content focuses on the life and role of William Ockham; the history of this particular philosophy; as well as...

A lengthy essay on George Washington proposing that his real accomplishments as first President of the U.S. and winner of the Revolutionary War have been overshadowed by the myths and stories of the Cherry Tree, teeth, and no lies....

Online entry for Utopia. Contains extensive philosophical information on More's creation/adaptation, with notes on major works and political career. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should...

Read about the life of Cornel West, American philosopher, scholar of African American studies, and political activist.

This site from The Galileo Project of Rice University provides a description of Machiavelli's classical comedy, Mandragola. Links are provided for additional information and this is a great site to check out.