Continuum''s Reader''s Guides are clear, concise and accessible introductions to classic works of philosophy. Each book explores the major themes, historical and philosophical context and key passages of a major philosophical text, guiding the reader toward a thorough understanding of often demanding material. Ideal for undergraduate students, the guides provide an essential resource for anyone who needs to get to grips with a philosophical text.Kant''s Critique of Pure Reason is arguably the most important work of philosophy of the last two centuries. It is a classic text that is encountered