The Scottish Philosophy: Biographical, Expository and Critical from Hutcheson to Hamilton

By James McCosh and McCosh James

Book Overview

The Scottish Philosophy: Biographical, Expository and Critical from Hutcheson to Hamilton is a book written by James McCosh. It provides a comprehensive overview of Scottish philosophy from the 18th to the 19th century, covering the works of influential thinkers such as Francis Hutcheson, David Hume, Thomas Reid, and Sir William Hamilton. The book is divided into three parts: biographical, expository, and critical. In the biographical section, McCosh provides detailed accounts of the lives and works of the philosophers, including their influences and contributions to the field. In the expository section, he delves into their philosophical ideas and theories, presenting them in a clear and concise manner. The critical section offers McCosh's own analysis and evaluation of the philosophers' works, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses. He also compares and contrasts their ideas, providing a deeper understanding of the evolution of Scottish philosophy during this time period. Overall, The Scottish Philosophy: Biographical, Expository and Critical from Hutcheson to Hamilton is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy, particularly in Scotland. McCosh's writing style is engaging and accessible, making this book a great introduction to the subject for both students and scholars alike.1875. McCosh, Eleventh President of Princeton University, he was a supporter of the Scottish School of Philosophy, and the work of Thomas Reid and Dugald Stewart. Partial Contents: Characteristics of the School; Andrew Baxter; Alexander Campbell; David Fordyce; Thomas Boston; Adam Smith; James Balfour; George Campbell; Alexander Crombie; George Jardine; Francis Jeffrey; John Young; John Ballantyne; John Abercrombie; and The Metaphysics of the Future.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: 1162644133
• ISBN13: 9781162644134
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 492 Pages
• Weight: 1.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"