Grant Allen

Post-Prandial Philosophy (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring Evolutionary Insights and Literary Wit in the Late Victorian Era

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Grant Allen's 'Post-Prandial Philosophy' is a collection of witty and insightful essays that cover a wide range of topics, from nature and evolution to literature and ethics. Written in a clear and engaging style, Allen combines scientific knowledge with a philosophical perspective, making complex ideas accessible to a general audience. The book reflects the intellectual climate of the late 19th century, where debates about evolution and the impact of science on society were pervasive. Allen's keen observations and sharp analysis provide thought-provoking reflections on the human condition and the mysteries of the natural world. His writing is both informative and entertaining, making it a valuable read for anyone interested in philosophy, science, or literature. Grant Allen, a prolific writer and scientist, drew inspiration from his background in biology and anthropology to explore the intersections between science and culture. 'Post-Prandial Philosophy' showcases Allen's interdisciplinary approach and his ability to blend different fields of knowledge to create a compelling narrative. I highly recommend this book to readers who enjoy thought-provoking essays that challenge conventional wisdom and inspire deeper reflection on the world around us.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 184
• Erscheinungstermin: 12. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066212001
• Artikelnr.: 58754880

Autorenporträt

Canadian scientific author and novelist Charles Grant Blairfindie Allen (February 24, 1848 - October 25, 1899) received his education in England. In the latter part of the nineteenth century, he actively promoted evolution in public. Allen was born in Kingston, Canada West, close to Wolfe Island (known as Ontario after Confederation). Joseph Antisell Allen, a Protestant pastor from Dublin, Ireland, was his father. Allen attended Merton College in Oxford and King Edward's School in Birmingham for his education. He joined Queen's Institution, a Jamaican black college, as a professor in his mid-20s. He was influenced by the associationist psychology of Herbert Spencer and Alexander Bain. He produced 30 books between 1884 and 1899, including the controversial The Woman Who Did. The Type-writer Girl and Olive Pratt Rayner were pen names used by English novelist Grant Allen. With the publication of The British Barbarians, he made history in the field of science fiction (1895). On October 25, 1899, Grant Allen passed away from liver cancer at his house in Haslemere, Surrey, England. Before finishing Hilda Wade, he passed away.