Thomas Henry Huxley

Hume (English Men of Letters Series) (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring the Rationalist Philosophy of Enlightenment Thinker

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In his book 'Hume' from the English Men of Letters Series, Thomas Henry Huxley delves into the life and philosophy of the renowned Scottish Enlightenment thinker, David Hume. Huxley expertly examines Hume's empiricist and skeptical principles, his impact on Western philosophy, and his influential works on metaphysics and epistemology. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of Hume's ideas, presenting them in a clear and accessible manner for readers interested in philosophy and intellectual history. Huxley's writing style is scholarly, engaging, and informative, making this book a valuable resource for students and enthusiasts alike. Thomas Henry Huxley, a prominent biologist and intellectual of the 19th century, was intrigued by the philosophical contributions of David Hume, leading him to write this insightful biography. Huxley's admiration for Hume's rationalist approach and critical reasoning is evident in his meticulous exploration of Hume's life and works. I highly recommend 'Hume' by Thomas Henry Huxley to anyone interested in delving into the philosophy of David Hume and the impact of his ideas on the intellectual landscape. Huxley's expertise and thorough analysis make this book an essential read for understanding the profound influence of Hume's philosophy.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 232
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066241704
• Artikelnr.: 58930562

Autorenporträt

English scientist and anthropologist Thomas Henry Huxley, was an expert in comparative anatomy. Because of his support of Charles Darwin's theory of evolution, he has come to be known as "Darwin's Bulldog". Although some historians believe that the surviving account of Huxley's well-known 1860 Oxford evolution discussion with Samuel Wilberforce is a later fabrication, the debate was a turning point in both his professional life and the broader acceptance of evolution. The day before, Huxley was about to depart Oxford, but he changed his mind and chose to participate in the debate after seeing Vestiges author Robert Chambers. Richard Owen, Wilberforce's coach, and Huxley engaged in an argument concerning the degree of human-ape relatedness. Huxley publicly endorsed Darwin despite being hesitant to embrace some of his theories, such as gradualism and his ambiguity on natural selection. He battled against the more radical interpretations of religious heritage and was crucial in the development of scientific education in Britain.

Inhaltsangabe

Part I. Hume's Life: 1. Early life: literary and political writings
2. Later years: the History of England
Part II. Hume's Philosophy: 1. The object and scope of philosophy
2. The contents of the mind
3. The origin of the impressions
4. The classification and the nomenclature of mental operations
5. The mental phenomena of animals
6. Language - propositions concerning necessary truths
7. The order of nature: miracles
8. Theism: evolution of theology
9. The soul: the doctrine of immortality
10. Volition: liberty and necessity
11. The principles of morals.