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This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

Dennis Robertson (1890-1963) was one of Britain's most distinguished and most interesting economists. He achieved an international reputation during the inter-war period and made crucial advances in thinking on the theory of economic fluctuations and...

A Vision of Life: Semblance and Reality is a philosophical work written by William Gifford Palgrave in 1891. The book explores the nature of reality and the human experience, delving into topics such as perception, consciousness, and the meaning of life...

A Mother's Ideals: A Kindergarten Mother's Conception of Family Life is a book written by Andrea Hofer Proudfoot in 1897. The book is a reflection of the author's experiences as a mother and a kindergarten teacher. In the book, Proudfoot shares her ideas...

""A Memoir of the Life and Philosophy of Spurzheim"" is a book written by Andrew Carmichael in 1833. It is a biographical account of the life of Johann Gaspar Spurzheim, a prominent German physician and phrenologist who lived in the late 18th and early...

A Little Fountain of Life is a book written by Marion Foster Washburne and first published in 1904. The book is a collection of essays and meditations on the theme of spiritual growth and personal development. The author draws on her own experiences and...

A Life of Socrates is a biography of the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates, written by Gustav Friedrich Wiggers in 1840. The book explores the life, teachings, and legacy of Socrates, who is widely considered to be one of the most influential thinkers...

""A Letter to Adam Smith on the Life, Death, and Philosophy of His Friend David Hume"" is a book written by George Horne in 1777. The book is a tribute to the famous philosopher David Hume, who was a close friend of Adam Smith. In the book, Horne...

""A Life of Aristotle: Including a Critical Discussion of Some Questions of Literary History Connected with His Works"" is a book written by Joseph Williams Blakesley and published in 1839. The book is a detailed biography of the ancient Greek...

Thomas Davidson was a Scottish philosopher, educator, and activist who devoted his life to promoting socialist and progressive ideals. In this biography, William Angus Knight chronicles Davidson's unconventional journey from a working-class background to...

Written by one of Spinoza's closest friends and confidantes, this biography offers a unique insight into the life and philosophy of this important thinker. Drawing on personal anecdotes and correspondence, author Johannes Colerus paints a vivid picture...

A lively and engaging biography of the legendary French philosopher, writer, and wit Voltaire, best known for his powerful critiques of organized religion and his advocacy for free speech and tolerance. Based on extensive research and Hall's own deep...

Replongez-vous dans les années 1770 et suivez les pas de J.J. Rousseau lors de son dernier séjour à Paris. Cet ouvrage, fruit de minutieuses recherches, offre une perspective unique sur la vie et les relations de Rousseau à cette époque.This work has...

La vita di Diogene il Cinico, uno dei filosofi più famosi dell'antica Grecia, raccontata in un libro scritto dall'autore italiano Francesco A. Grimaldi. Il libro mette in luce aspetti poco noti della vita di Diogene, offrendo una visione nuova e...

La Vie de Spinoza est une biographie de la vie du philosophe Baruch Spinoza. Écrit par Charles Le Vier et Jean Maximilien Lucas, cet ouvrage explore la vie personnelle et les idées philosophiques de Spinoza. Les auteurs plongent dans les influences...

Cette histoire détaillée de la vie et des travaux de Leibnitz retrace la vie de l'un des plus grands penseurs de l'Europe moderne. Elle examine en détail la carrière de Leibnitz, en explorant ses travaux en tant que mathématicien, philosophe et diplomate...

Gilbert Wakefield was one of the most important thinkers and scholars of the eighteenth century. In this fascinating memoir, he tells the story of his life, from his childhood in Nottinghamshire to his years at Cambridge and his eventual imprisonment for...

This book is a memoir and a collection of letters written by the French philosopher, Ernest Renan, and his sister, Henriette. The letters span several decades and provide insight into the personal lives of these two important figures of the 19th century...

This biography of the French philosopher and writer Ernest Renan provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and thought of one of the most influential thinkers of the 19th century. Drawing on Renan's own writings as well as original research, the...

This biography of George Ripley, published in the late 19th century, provides a detailed account of the life and work of one of America's most influential intellectuals. A key figure in the Transcendentalist movement, Ripley was a writer, philosopher,...

A comprehensive biography of one of the most influential philosophers and political thinkers in modern history. With insightful analysis and in-depth research, this book provides a compelling portrait of John Stuart Mill's life and legacy. A must-read...

In this biography, William Forbes provides a comprehensive look at the life of the Scottish philosopher and writer James Beattie. He includes many of Beattie's personal letters, offering poignant insights into the man behind the works. This book is a...

An illuminating account of the life and thought of Johann Gottlieb Fichte, a major figure in German philosophy and a key innovator in the development of IdealismThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the...

In this engaging biography, Draper offers a detailed and illuminating portrait of one of the greatest intellectual figures in modern history: Adam Smith. Drawing on a wealth of primary and secondary sources, he explores Smith's life and work, tracing the...

R.L. Nettleship's Memoir of Thomas Hill Green is a fascinating and insightful look at the life and philosophy of one of the most important thinkers of the 19th century. Green's contributions to political and social theory are still relevant today, and...

In diesem Buch widmet sich Ludwig Ernst Borowski dem Leben und Charakter des großen Philosophen Immanuel Kant. Er beschreibt die prägenden Erfahrungen und Einflüsse, die Kants Denken geformt haben, und hebt dabei auch seine persönliche Integrität und...

Une biographie de l'anarchiste français Pierre-Joseph Proudhon, écrite par l'écrivain et critique littéraire Charles-Augustin Sainte-Beuve au XIXe siècle. Le livre se concentre sur les années 1838-1848, qui furent des années clés de l'activité de...

Eduard von Hartmann war einer der bedeutendsten Philosophen des 19. Jahrhunderts und prägte den deutschen Idealismus. In seinen Erinnerungen aus den Jahren 1868-1881 gibt er Einblick in sein Leben und Wirken.This work has been selected by scholars as...

Georg Morris C. Brandes war einer der wichtigsten Vertreter des skandinavischen Naturalismus und ein persönlicher Freund von Sören Kierkegaard. In diesem Werk gibt er ein einfühlsames Charakterbild des dänischen Philosophen, das nicht nur dessen...

Diese Biographie beschreibt das Leben und den Weg des bedeutenden Philosophen Friedrich Nietzsche. Die Autorin, Elisabeth Förster-Nietzsche, findet hierbei einen persönlichen Zugang zu ihrem Bruder und dessen Gedankenwelt und versucht diese verständlich...

Dieses Buch bietet einen umfassenden Einblick in das Leben und Werk des mittelalterlichen Denkers Johannes Saresberiensis. Mit einer detaillierten Analyse seiner Schriften und seines Denkens wird Saresberiensis als einer der einflussreichsten Denker des...

Dans ce livre, l'historien Joseph Lonchampt raconte la vie et les réalisations d'Auguste Comte, le célèbre philosophe français. De sa jeunesse tumultueuse à sa fondation du positivisme, ce livre offre un aperçu unique de la vie et des idées de l'un des...

Une biographie classique d'un célèbre philosophe et guérisseur grec du Ier siècle de notre ère, Apollonius de Tyane. Écrit par Philostrate de l'Athénien et traduit par Charles Blount, ce livre offre un aperçu fascinant de la vie et des enseignements d'un...

This book is a critical analysis of the life and works of Erhard Weigel, a pivotal figure in the history of philosophy and mathematics.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of...

This fascinating memoir of the Enlightenment philosopher and legal scholar Henry Home of Kames, written by his protege A.F. Tytler, provides a vivid and engaging portrait of one of Scotland's most important thinkers. With its detailed accounts of Home's...

Ce livre narre les aventures de René Descartes lors de son voyage à travers le monde, où il a eu l'opportunité de rencontrer et interagir avec des philosophes, des scientifiques et des penseurs. Le récit couvre les aspects les plus intéressants de son...

This insightful biography delves into the formative years of one of the most influential thinkers of the Enlightenment. Arthur M. Wilson paints a vivid portrait of Diderot's early life, from his humble origins to his daring ideas that would help shape...

Francis Bacon needs no introduction as one of the most influential thinkers in history. This biographical account by J F Foard delves into the life, works, and correspondence of Bacon, highlighting his contributions to philosophy, politics, and science...

Discover the life and works of the brilliant philosopher and writer Emanuel Swedenborg in this compelling biography. Explore his revolutionary ideas in philosophy and theology that continue to influence thinkers today.This work has been selected by...