The Balance of Emotion and Intellect: An Essay Introductory to the Study of Philosophy (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Charles Waldstein

9780282213657: The Balance of Emotion and Intellect: An Essay Introductory to the Study of Philosophy (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0282213651 ISBN 13: 9780282213657

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A thoughtful introduction to philosophy that links feeling with reason.

This concise essay invites beginners to see how emotion and intellect work together in understanding the world.

Written by Charles Waldstein in the late 19th century, it combines a simple history of philosophy with a practical pursuit: cultivate a philosophical mood that makes studies in logic, ethics, aesthetics, and metaphysics feel accessible. The book emphasizes clear thinking, attentive reading, and the idea that science should translate into everyday human life.

Clear explanation of how emotion and intellect relate to knowing and understanding ideas
Foundations for later study in psychology, logic, ethics, and aesthetics
Historical overview of philosophy designed to spark curiosity and sustained inquiry

Ideal for readers beginning their exploration of philosophy and for those seeking a disciplined, humane approach to the subject.

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Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication date: 2018
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0282213651
ISBN 13: 9780282213657
Binding: Paperback
Number of pages: 267

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The Balance of Emotion and Intellect (Classic Reprint)

Charles Waldstein

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ISBN 10: 0282213651 ISBN 13: 9780282213657

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the complex relationship between emotion and intellect, arguing that these two forces are not fundamentally opposed but rather complementary aspects of the human mind. By examining this relationship in the context of both individual development and the history of philosophical thought, the author seeks to dismantle the widespread fallacy of seeing emotion and intellect as enemies. The book traces the evolution of human thought, beginning with the simple, instinctual reactions of childhood and moving toward the more nuanced and deliberate reasoning of adulthood. It delves into the origins of scientific thought, viewing it as a culmination of individual experience and collective knowledge, and then explores the role of philosophy in providing a framework for understanding how these different forms of knowledge relate to the human mind. The author also analyzes various branches of philosophy, including psychology, logic, ethics, aesthetics, and metaphysics, demonstrating how they each contribute to a comprehensive understanding of the human condition. The book concludes by exploring the practical implications of this balanced perspective, suggesting that individuals and societies can achieve greater harmony and effectiveness when they recognize and appreciate the vital role of both emotion and intellect in human experience. By redefining the relationship between emotion and intellect, the author offers a profound and illuminating perspective on the human mind and its potential. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282213657_0

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