Read a brief biography of the English philosopher, or check out a list of quotes about the nature of man and civilization.

Profile of the English philosopher, mathematician, and linguist is supplemented by links to his works and related sites. Includes images.

English philosopher and scientist worked with geometry and mathematics. Access an outline of his life and work.

Concise Columbia Encyclopedia profiles the English thinker and political theorist who authored the grim "Leviathan."

Read a fairly detailed biography of the English philosopher, look over quotations from his work, or follow the link to read his "Leviathan."

Profile of the C17th English thinker focuses on "Leviathan," his treatise on the necessity of the state to control the predation of the populace.

Biography of the philosopher and mathematician is preceded by an overview of his career that focuses mainly on his philosophical work.