Carveth Read

The Origin of Man and of His Superstitions (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In his provocative book, 'The Origin of Man and of His Superstitions', Carveth Read delves into the intricate relationship between humanity's evolution and the development of superstitions. Through a combination of scientific research and anthropological insights, Read explores how ancient beliefs and rituals have shaped human society over time. This book is a fascinating blend of evolutionary theory and cultural studies, shedding light on the origins of our most deeply ingrained superstitions and beliefs. Read's writing style is clear and engaging, making complex concepts accessible to readers from all backgrounds. His meticulous research and thought-provoking arguments make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of science and culture. Carveth Read's 'The Origin of Man and of His Superstitions' is a thought-provoking and enlightening exploration of the origins of human beliefs and behaviors. This book will challenge readers to reconsider the ways in which superstitions have influenced human history and continue to shape our modern world.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: DigiCat
• Seitenzahl: 516
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. Mai 2022
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547020400
• Artikelnr.: 64129162

Autorenporträt

Carveth Read (1848–1931) was a noted 19th and early 20th-century philosopher and logician, with a profound interest in the evolution of human thought and the underpinnings of superstitions. Born into the intellectual ferment of Victorian England, Read was educated at the prestigious University of Oxford, where he was a contemporary of some of the era's most progressive thinkers. His contributions to philosophy were significant and wide-ranging, but he is often remembered for his work on the theory of knowledge and the philosophy of science. Read's scholarship traversed the murky territories between scientific inquiry and human belief, culminating in his seminal work, 'The Origin of Man and of His Superstitions' (1920). This book compels readers to consider the evolutionary genesis of mankind and the psychological basis for superstitious thought—an enterprise that dovetailed with the burgeoning field of psychology and the works of notable contemporaries such as William James and Sigmund Freud. Carveth Read's literary style is characterized by a clear, methodical prose, mixing empirical rigor with reflective inquiry, marking him as a distinctive voice in the naturalist intellectual landscape of his time. His keen observations continue to offer intriguing insights into the genesis of human belief systems, situating him as a noteworthy scholar in the annals of philosophical and anthropological literature.