The Herbert Spencer Lecture: Delivered At Oxford, March 9, 1905 (1905)

By Frederic Harrison

Book Overview

The Herbert Spencer Lecture: Delivered At Oxford, March 9, 1905 (1905) is a book written by Frederic Harrison. The book is a transcript of a lecture delivered by the author at Oxford University in 1905. The lecture is named after the famous philosopher and sociologist Herbert Spencer. The book is a reflection on the life and work of Spencer, who was an influential figure in the field of social evolution and sociology. Harrison discusses Spencer's ideas about the evolution of society and the role of individualism in social progress. He also explores Spencer's views on religion, science, and ethics. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Spencer's theories and their impact on the field of sociology. The lecture is an important contribution to the study of social evolution and the history of sociology. Overall, The Herbert Spencer Lecture: Delivered At Oxford, March 9, 1905 (1905) is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of sociology and the development of social theory.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1161918019
• ISBN13: 9781161918014
• Release Date: May 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"