The Development of English Thought: A Study in the Economic Interpretation of History (1910) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164421092)

The Development of English Thought: A Study in the Economic Interpretation of History is a book written by Simon N. Patten in 1910. The book is a comprehensive study of the evolution of English thought from the early medieval period to the early 20th century. The author explores the impact of economic factors on the development of English thought, arguing that economic forces have played a significant role in shaping the country's intellectual history. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the influence of the Church, the rise of capitalism, and the emergence of the modern state. Patten also examines the works of prominent English thinkers such as John Locke, Adam Smith, and John Stuart Mill, and analyzes how their ideas were shaped by economic factors. The book is an important contribution to the field of intellectual history and provides a unique perspective on the development of English thought.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: Simon N. Patten
ISBN-10: 1164421093
ISBN-13: 9781164421092
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 448
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.82lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.13d