A philosophia da natureza dos naturalistas by Antero de Quental

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Author Quental, Antero de, 1842-1891
Title A philosophia da natureza dos naturalistas
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Summary "A Philosophia da Natureza dos Naturalistas" by Antero de Quental is a philosophical treatise written in the late 19th century. The book critically examines contemporary naturalist theories and the philosophy of nature, particularly addressing ideas surrounding evolution and the implications of mechanistic and deterministic views in science. Quental, being a prominent figure in Portuguese intellectual circles, seeks to articulate a philosophical understanding that integrates scientific findings with metaphysical inquiries, emphasizing the importance of original concepts over simplified scientific generalizations. In this work, Quental engages with the theories of prominent naturalists such as Ernst Haeckel, arguing against the sufficiency of purely scientific approaches to explain complex phenomena. He critiques the notion of spontaneity in matter, highlighting contradictions within naturalistic frameworks that neglect metaphysical considerations, such as purpose and teleology in evolution. Quental posits that understanding the universe requires a synthesis of scientific insights and speculative philosophical ideas, presenting a defense of metaphysics as essential to a comprehensive philosophy of nature. Through his analysis, he asserts that a mere collection of scientific facts does not constitute genuine philosophy, advocating for a deeper exploration of the underlying principles that govern both nature and human consciousness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Portuguese
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Naturalism
Subject Philosophy, Portuguese
Category Text
EBook-No. 26776
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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