All the branches and schools of ancient, medieval, and modern philosophy are represented. Includes cross-references and some bibliographical references. Wiener, Philip P., ed. Dictionary of the History of Ideas. An encyclopedia of intellectual history providing an interdisciplinary, cross-cultural perspective on major ideas.
Articles are of substantial length and include bibliographies.
Volume 5 provides a detailed index to the set, and should be consulted first. A Guide to the Reference Literature. Libraries Unlimited, 1986. This guide to reference sources covers Western and non-Western philosophy with an emphasis on English language works. Arranged by type of reference source, it also includes core journals and professional organizations and research centers for further information.