In this fast-paced, enlightening guide, Sharon M. Kaye takes us on a whistle-stop tour of medieval philosophy, revealing the debt it owes to Aristotle and Plato, and its legacy to philosophy today. With new translations of key extracts, Kaye directly introduces the reader to the philosophers' writings and to the criticisms levied against them. Including helpful textboxes throughout the book, this is an entertaining and comprehensive primer for students and general readers alike.