An Introduction to Philosophy (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

George Stuart Fullerton

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1330247604 ISBN 13: 9781330247600

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Embark on a captivating journey through the realm of philosophy with this insightful book. The author delves into the historical evolution of philosophical thought, tracing its origins from the early Greek thinkers to the present day. Explore the fundamental questions that have preoccupied philosophers for centuries, such as the nature of reality, the existence of an external world, the relationship between mind and body, and the possibility of knowledge. This book examines various philosophical schools and their diverse perspectives on these profound issues. Discover the contrasting viewpoints of realism and idealism, monism and dualism, and rationalism and empiricism. Gain a deeper understanding of the philosophical sciences, including logic, psychology, ethics, aesthetics, metaphysics, and the philosophy of religion. The author emphasizes the value of studying philosophy, arguing that it equips us with critical thinking skills, expands our intellectual horizons, and provides guidance for navigating the complexities of life. By engaging with philosophical inquiry, we gain a richer appreciation of the world around us and our place within it. Ultimately, this book demonstrates that philosophy is not merely an academic pursuit but a transformative endeavor that empowers us to live more meaningful and examined lives.

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About the Author

George Stuart Fullerton (1859–1925) was an American philosopher and psychologist. Fullerton was born at Fatehgarh, India, the son of the Rev. Robert Stuart Fullerton. He came to this country as a youth. He graduated in 1879 from the University of Pennsylvania and in 1884 from Yale Divinity School; and returned to Pennsylvania to be an instructor, adjunct professor, and dean of the department of philosophy, dean of the college, and vice provost of the university. In 1904 he was appointed professor of philosophy at Columbia University, and served as head of the department. In 1914, while he was exchange professor at the University of Vienna, World War I broke out. He was Lecturing at Munich (Germany) when Interned. Fullerton was imprisoned as a civilian enemy national. He remained imprisoned for four years, until the end of the war, and conditions were so harsh that he returned to the U.S. with his health permanently damaged. (Scottish psychologist Henry J. Watt suffered a similar fate.) Nearly an invalid for the last decade of his life, Fullerton committed suicide at the age of 66.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330247604
• ISBN 13: 9781330247600
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 340