An interview with the noted British philosopher and historian of ideas, conducted by the Iranian philosopher Jahanbegloo, which grew into a series of five conversations, comprising an intellectual memoir.

They include Berlin’s writings on historicism, pluralism and liberty as well as the ideas of thinkers such as Vico, Herder and Herzen.

Berlin also speaks of his many friends and acquaintances amongst the important thinkers and artists of the twentieth century.

These conversations provide an introduction to Berlin’s thought that brings us back to his books and essays.