Colloquies: Imaginary Conversations Between A Phrenologist And The Shade Of Dugald Stewart (1838)

By John Slade

Book Overview

Colloquies: Imaginary Conversations Between A Phrenologist And The Shade Of Dugald Stewart is a book written by John Slade and originally published in 1838. The book is a collection of fictional conversations between a phrenologist, who believes that the shape of a person's skull can reveal their character and abilities, and the ghost of Dugald Stewart, a prominent Scottish philosopher and professor of moral philosophy at the University of Edinburgh.Throughout the book, the two engage in a series of debates about the nature of the human mind, the validity of phrenology as a science, and the role of philosophy in understanding human behavior. They discuss topics such as education, religion, and politics, and explore the ways in which different ideas and beliefs shape individuals and societies.The book is notable for its exploration of the intersection between science and philosophy, and for its use of fictional conversations as a means of exploring complex ideas and arguments. It is also an interesting historical document, as it provides insight into the intellectual debates of the early 19th century, particularly in Scotland, where both phrenology and moral philosophy were popular fields of study.Overall, Colloquies: Imaginary Conversations Between A Phrenologist And The Shade Of Dugald Stewart is a thought-provoking and engaging book that offers a unique perspective on the relationship between science, philosophy, and human nature.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164608703
• ISBN13: 9781164608707
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"