This volume presents introductory chapters from internationally-renowned experts on eleven of Leibniz's key philosophical writings. Offering accessible accounts of the ideas and arguments of his work, along with information on their composition and context, this book is an invaluable companion to the study of Leibniz. This collection does a good job of arming the new reader with everything they need to cautiously trust Leibniz. And it also provides lots that will capture the attention of those of us already familiar with his work.