Grant Allen

Post-Prandial Philosophy (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring Evolutionary Insights and Literary Wit in the Late Victorian Era

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Post-Prandial Philosophy," Grant Allen offers a thought-provoking exploration of human existence that intertwines whimsical observations with profound philosophical inquiries. The essays, characterized by Allen's engaging prose and keen wit, delve into the nuances of everyday life, inviting readers to reflect on the nature of society and the intricacies of thought. Set against the backdrop of late 19th-century intellectualism, Allen artfully balances humor and seriousness, employing a conversational style that challenges conventional philosophical discourse while remaining accessible to a broad audience. Grant Allen was a contemporary of the notable literary figures of his time, often intersecting with the emerging field of evolutionary thought. His background in science and his association with the Progressive movement likely shaped his explorations of morality and perception in this work. Allen's unique position as both a scientist and a thinker allows him to examine philosophical concepts in an innovative manner, merging empirical observations with speculative musings, ultimately enriching Victorian literature. Readers seeking a blend of intellect and humor will find "Post-Prandial Philosophy" both enlightening and enjoyable. Allen's unique voice invites us to ponder our own philosophical stances in the context of daily life, making his essays a delightful companion for anyone curious about the deeper meanings that underlie our everyday experiences.

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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.