The "History of Philosophy" introduces the reader to philosophical thinking by confronting them with its historical forms. The work strives for a clear, comprehensible presentation characterized by a lively style. New in the fourth edition of this standard work is Helferich's chapter on philosophical discussions from the 1990s to the present day, including topics such as Analytical Philosophy, Ethics, Virtual Reality, Philosophy of Emotions, and Philosophy as a Way of Life. The book concludes with a new chapter on intercultural philosophy. It offers a comprehensive overview and provokes thought from antiquity to modern times, along with a new chapter on current trends.