Essays On The Intellectual Powers, Moral Sentiment, Happiness And National Felicity (1805)

By Adam Ferguson

Book Overview

Essays On The Intellectual Powers, Moral Sentiment, Happiness And National Felicity is a book written by Adam Ferguson and published in 1805. The book is a collection of essays that explore various topics related to human nature and society. The first section of the book focuses on the intellectual powers of humans, including topics such as perception, memory, and reasoning. Ferguson explores how humans acquire knowledge and how they use it to make decisions and solve problems. The second section of the book delves into moral sentiment, discussing the nature of morality and how it relates to human behavior. Ferguson explores the role of emotions in moral decision making and how society can influence the development of moral values. The third section of the book discusses happiness, exploring what it means to be happy and how individuals can achieve happiness. Ferguson examines the relationship between happiness and virtue, arguing that virtuous behavior is essential for true happiness. The final section of the book explores national felicity, or the happiness of a nation. Ferguson discusses the factors that contribute to national happiness, including good government, a strong economy, and a sense of national identity. Overall, Essays On The Intellectual Powers, Moral Sentiment, Happiness And National Felicity is a thought-provoking book that offers insights into human nature and society. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in philosophy, psychology, or sociology.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: 1120617464
• ISBN13: 9781120617460
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 76 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"