Pramadbondhu Sengupta's "Paschatya Darshaner Sangkhipta Itihas" presents a sweeping intellectual journey through the development of Western philosophical thought from antiquity to the contemporary era. This work examines how philosophical ideas evolved across different historical periods, analyzing the contributions of major thinkers and intellectual movements that defined Western civilization. The text explores the transition from ancient Greek philosophy through medieval scholasticism to modern rationalism and contemporary philosophical schools. Important chapters such as Prachin Darshan (প্রাচীন দর্শন), Madhyajuger Chinta (মধ্যযুগের চিন্তা), and Adhunik Darshaner Dhara (আধুনিক দর্শনের ধারা) provide systematic coverage of philosophical evolution. This work serves as an ideal introduction for readers seeking to understand classical Western philosophy within its historical context, making complex philosophical concepts accessible while maintaining scholarly depth and analytical rigor.