Essays: Scientific, Political, & Speculative; Vol. 1 of 3 by Herbert Spencer

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Author Spencer, Herbert, 1820-1903
Title Essays: Scientific, Political, & Speculative; Vol. 1 of 3
Library Edition (1891), Containing Seven Essays not before Republished, and Various other Additions.
Alternate Title Essays: Scientific, Political, and Speculative; Vol. 1 of 3
Note Reading ease score: 41.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Contents The development hypothesis -- Progress: its law and cause -- Transcendental physiology -- The nebular hypothesis -- Illogical geology -- Bain on the emotions and the will -- The social organism -- The origin of animal worship -- Morals and moral sentiments -- The comparative psychology of man -- Mr. Martineau on evolution -- The factors of organic evolution.
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Summary "Essays: Scientific, Political, & Speculative; Vol. 1 of 3" by Herbert Spencer is a collection of essays that delve into scientific, philosophical, and political themes, written in the late 19th century. The compilation encompasses essays that explore the principles of evolution, the nature of progress, and the implications of scientific theories on moral and ethical considerations. Spencer’s work engages with topics surrounding organic evolution and the development of societies, reflecting on the interconnectedness of various domains of knowledge. The opening of the volume provides context for the essays included, detailing Spencer’s intent to synthesize his previous works along with new essays that address current topics of interest in the realm of evolution and society. The first essay discusses the development hypothesis, arguing against the notion of special creation and positing that species evolve through a process of modification. He critiques opposing views, emphasizing the rationality and scientific basis of evolutionary theory while outlining a defense for the principles of change and progress that govern both natural and social phenomena. This sets a tone for the subsequent essays in the collection, where Spencer continues to unpack the implications of evolution across various aspects of human understanding and experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Subject Science
Subject Philosophy
Subject Political science
Category Text
EBook-No. 29869
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Most Recently Updated Jan 5, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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