Seneca And Kant: Or An Exposition Of Stoic And Rationalistic Ethics, With A Comparison And Criticism Of The Two Systems

By William Taylor Jackson

Book Overview

""Seneca and Kant: Or An Exposition of Stoic and Rationalistic Ethics, With a Comparison and Criticism of the Two Systems"" is a book written by W. T. Jackson that explores the ethical philosophies of two influential thinkers, Seneca and Kant. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the Stoic and Rationalistic ethical systems, examining their similarities and differences, and evaluating their strengths and weaknesses. The author begins by introducing the reader to the fundamental principles of Stoicism and Rationalism, and then proceeds to delve into the specific ethical teachings of Seneca and Kant. The book explores topics such as virtue, duty, happiness, and the nature of the good life, and provides a detailed analysis of how these concepts are understood and applied by each philosopher. The book also includes a critical comparison of the two systems, highlighting their similarities and differences, and evaluating their respective strengths and weaknesses. The author examines the implications of each system for moral decision-making and provides practical guidance for readers seeking to apply these ethical principles in their own lives. Overall, ""Seneca and Kant: Or An Exposition of Stoic and Rationalistic Ethics, With a Comparison and Criticism of the Two Systems"" is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of two of the most important ethical philosophies in history. It provides readers with a thorough understanding of the key concepts and principles of Stoicism and Rationalism, and offers practical guidance for applying these principles in their own lives.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: 1163228206
• ISBN13: 9781163228203
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"