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Facts and Comments

Facts and Comments

Spencer, Herbert

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PhilosophyGeneral ParentingGeneral World History

ISBN10: 116272465X
ISBN13: 9781162724652
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 312
Weight: 0.92
Height: 0.65 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Facts and Comments is a collection of essays written by the English philosopher and sociologist Herbert Spencer. The book is divided into two parts: the first part includes essays on a variety of topics, including science, politics, and education, while the second part consists of critical comments on various works by other authors.Spencer's essays in the first part cover a wide range of subjects, from the importance of education to the role of science in society. He also discusses the limitations of government intervention and the dangers of socialism. Throughout the essays, Spencer emphasizes the importance of individual liberty and the need for people to take responsibility for their own lives.In the second part of the book, Spencer provides critical comments on the works of other writers, including John Stuart Mill, Thomas Huxley, and Charles Darwin. He offers his own perspective on their ideas and argues against some of their conclusions.Overall, Facts and Comments is a thought-provoking collection of essays that offers insight into the mind of one of the most influential thinkers of the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, sociology, or political science.1902. British philosopher and sociologist, Herbert Spencer was a major figure in the intellectual life of the Victorian era. He was one of the principal proponents of evolutionary theory in the mid nineteenth century, and his reputation at the time rivaled that of Charles Darwin. This is a collection of his leftover essays, published in the certainty that it would be his last volume. The topics range from art to vaccination via gymnastics and euthanasia. Especially noted is his essay on style. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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