The leading anthology of writings of the modern period Modern Philosophy provides the key works of seven major philosophers along with a rich selection of associated texts by other leading thinkers of the period chosen to deepen the reader's understanding of modern philosophy & its relationship to the natural sciences Building on the strengths of the first edition the second edition of Modern Philosophy is enhanced by the addition of the following selections Montaigne Apology for Raymond Sebond " The Senses Are Inadequate" ; Newton Principia " General Scholium" & Optics " Query 31"; Hume Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion Parts 1-5 & 9-12; Reid Inquiry Into Human Mind Conclusion & Essays on the Intellectual Powers of Man " Of Judgment"chap 2 Of Common Sense