Routledge Philosophy GuideBook to Berkeley and the Principles of Human Knowledge

George Berkeley is one of the most prominent philosophers of the eighteenth century. His Principles of Human Knowledge has become a focal point in the understanding of empiricist thought and the development of eighteenth century philosophy.
This volume introduces and assesses:
* Berkeley''s life and the background to the Principles
* The ideas and text in the Principles
* Berkeley''s continuing importance to philosophy.