Comte, Mill And Spencer: An Outline Of Philosophy

By John Watson

Book Overview

""Comte, Mill And Spencer: An Outline Of Philosophy"" by John Watson is a comprehensive book that provides an overview of the philosophical ideas of three prominent thinkers of the 19th century - Auguste Comte, John Stuart Mill, and Herbert Spencer. The book is divided into three parts, each dedicated to the ideas and contributions of one of these philosophers. The first part of the book focuses on Auguste Comte, who is considered the founder of positivism. The author discusses Comte's ideas on the scientific method, the classification of sciences, and the importance of studying social phenomena. The second part of the book is dedicated to John Stuart Mill, who is known for his contributions to utilitarianism, liberalism, and political economy. The author explores Mill's ideas on individual liberty, democracy, and the role of government in society. The third and final part of the book focuses on Herbert Spencer, who is known for his contributions to evolutionary theory and social Darwinism. The author discusses Spencer's ideas on the evolution of society, the survival of the fittest, and the role of the state in promoting progress. Overall, ""Comte, Mill And Spencer: An Outline Of Philosophy"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy, social theory, and intellectual history. The book provides a clear and concise overview of the ideas of these three important thinkers, and is written in a style that is accessible to both students and scholars.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: 1430498927
• ISBN13: 9781430498926
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"