Life And Letters Of George Berkeley, And An Account Of His Philosophy (1871)

The book ""Life And Letters Of George Berkeley, And An Account Of His Philosophy"" was written by Alexander Campbell Fraser and was originally published in 1871. This book provides a detailed account of the life and work of George Berkeley, an Irish philosopher who is best known for his theory of immaterialism.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on Berkeley's life, including his childhood, education, and career as a philosopher. Fraser provides a detailed account of Berkeley's early years, including his time at Trinity College in Dublin and his travels throughout Europe. The book also includes a number of letters written by Berkeley, which offer insights into his personal life and philosophical beliefs.The second part of the book provides an in-depth analysis of Berkeley's philosophy. Fraser examines Berkeley's theory of immaterialism, which holds that the physical world does not exist independently of the mind. Instead, Berkeley argued that the physical world is a product of our perceptions and that all objects are merely ideas in the mind.Fraser also discusses Berkeley's views on language, mathematics, and theology, providing a comprehensive overview of his philosophical contributions. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers interested in the history of philosophy. Overall, ""Life And Letters Of George Berkeley, And An Account Of His Philosophy"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and work of one of the most important philosophers of the 18th century.With Many Writings Of Bishop Berkeley Hitherto Unpublished, Metaphysical, Descriptive, Theological.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as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.