Notes and Additions to Dr. Hartley's Observations on Man (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Herman Andrew Pistorius

9780332364759: Notes and Additions to Dr. Hartley's Observations on Man (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0332364755 ISBN 13: 9780332364759

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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A look at the life and thinking of Dr. Hartley through a careful, critical lens.

This edition compiles notes and additions that frame the life, character, and intellectual circle of the 18th‑century thinker famed for linking moral philosophy with natural science. It surveys his career from early studies to his major work, and situates his ideas among his friends and rivals in philosophy, theology, and science.

The book presents Hartley as a diligent physician and moral theorist who combined compassion for the poor with rigorous study. It also examines his relationships with leading scientists and scholars of his day, and explains how his holistic view of mind and body informed his writings. A substantial portion focuses on his stance as a devout Christian who valued candor and humility, and on how he engaged with contemporaries who questioned religious assumptions. The text also engages with debates about miracles, the resurrection, and the motives of religious reformers, offering a critical look at how belief and evidence interact in moral philosophy.

Discover Hartley’s life, work, and the blend of natural philosophy with moral science.
See how his circle of friends and fellow thinkers shaped his views and influence.
Read a thoughtful discussion on religion, reason, and the place of miracles in belief.
Learn how the edition frames these topics for readers of history, philosophy, and religious studies.

Ideal for readers who enjoy historical biography, philosophy of mind, and 18th‑century science, as well as those exploring the relationship between faith and reason.

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