Ethic: Demonstrated in Geometrical Order and Divided into Five Parts (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161353860)

Ethics: Demonstrated in Geometrical Order and Divided into Five Parts is a philosophical treatise written by Benedict de Spinoza, a Dutch philosopher of the 17th century. The work is considered one of the most important works in Western philosophy and is known for its rigorous and systematic approach to ethics. The book is divided into five parts, each of which explores a different aspect of Spinoza's ethical system. The first part lays out the foundations of Spinoza's philosophy, including his views on God, nature, and the human mind. The second part examines the nature of human emotions and the role they play in shaping our behavior. The third part discusses the concept of human freedom and how it relates to our ability to act morally. The fourth part of the book explores Spinoza's views on the nature of human society and the role of government in promoting the common good. The fifth and final part of the book deals with the concept of human happiness and how it can be achieved through a life of reason and virtue. Throughout the book, Spinoza uses a geometrical method to present his arguments, which involves breaking down complex ideas into smaller, more manageable parts and presenting them in a logical and systematic manner. This approach is intended to make the book more accessible to readers and to help them better understand the complex ideas presented in the text. Overall, Ethics: Demonstrated in Geometrical Order and Divided into Five Parts is a seminal work in the history of philosophy and continues to be studied and debated by scholars and philosophers to this day.Translated by W. Hale White. Which Treat (1) of God; (2) of the Nature and Origin of the Mind; (3) of the Nature and Origin of Effects; (4) of Human Bondage; (5) of the Power of the Intellect, or of Human Liberty.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.

Author: Benedict De Spinoza
ISBN-10: 1161353860
ISBN-13: 9781161353860
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 396
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.98lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.88d