Problems of Life and Mind, Third Series: Problem One (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417925551)

Problems of Life and Mind, Third Series: Problem One is a philosophical book written by George Henry Lewes. The book is part of a series of three books that explore various philosophical problems related to life and the human mind. Problem One, as the title suggests, focuses on a specific problem that Lewes identifies as the ""problem of knowledge."" The book delves into the question of how we acquire knowledge and what the nature of knowledge truly is. Lewes argues that knowledge is not simply a collection of facts or information, but rather a complex and dynamic process that involves the interaction of various mental faculties. He explores the role of perception, memory, and reasoning in the acquisition of knowledge, and discusses the limitations and biases that can affect our understanding of the world around us. Throughout the book, Lewes draws on a wide range of philosophical and scientific sources to support his arguments, including the works of Aristotle, Descartes, and Kant, as well as contemporary research in psychology and neuroscience. He also considers the implications of his ideas for other areas of philosophy, such as ethics and metaphysics. Overall, Problems of Life and Mind, Third Series: Problem One is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of one of the most fundamental questions in philosophy. The book is written in a clear and engaging style that makes it accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in philosophy and the nature of human knowledge.1879. Problem the first, the study of psychology; its object, scope and method. Lewes, British philosopher and literary critic. Contents: The Object; The Motive; The Position of the Science; The Social Factor; Subjective Analysis and the Introspective Method; Limitations of the Introspective Method; The Freedom of the Will; Objective Analysis; The General Mind; The Mental Forms; and Analysis and Synthesis. 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.

Author: George Henry Lewes
ISBN-10: 1417925558
ISBN-13: 9781417925551
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/25/2004
Pages: 200
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.66lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.46d