Philosophy by Bertrand Russell
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"Philosophy" by Bertrand Russell is a philosophical treatise written in the early 20th century. In this work, Russell delves into the nature of philosophical inquiry, offering insight into the fundamental problems and doubts that arise in the pursuit of knowledge, while distinguishing philosophical thinking from empirical science. The book aims to provide a framework for understanding reality and our place within it, emphasizing the importance of rigorous analysis and critical thinking. The
opening of "Philosophy" introduces the reader to the foundational inquiries that will guide the rest of the text. Russell expresses skepticism towards conventional definitions of philosophy, proposing instead that the essence of philosophical work lies in recognizing and addressing doubts about what is commonly regarded as knowledge. He argues that many ordinary beliefs are fraught with assumptions that lack rigorous validation and that philosophy must aim to refine and clarify such beliefs to attain greater consistency and truth. By challenging the reader to reconsider fundamental notions—such as the reliability of perception and the nature of knowledge—Russell sets the stage for a deeper exploration of human understanding and the philosophical debates that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Russell, Bertrand, 1872-1970 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 27023824 |
| Title | Philosophy |
| Original Publication | United States: W. W. Norton & Company, Inc., 1927. |
| Note | "Published in Great Britain under the title 'An outline of philosophy'." |
| Credits | Aaron Adrignola and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion |
| Subject | Philosophy |
| Subject | Psychology |
| Subject | Physics -- Philosophy |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 72981 |
| Release Date | Feb 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 901 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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