Force and Matter (Classic Reprint): Or Principles of the Natural Order of the Universe, With a System of Morality Based Thereon - Softcover
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Explore how empirical science shapes our view of nature, matter, and the forces that bind them.
This book lays out a clear, accessible case for a realist natural philosophy grounded in observation and fact. It argues that natural science should guide philosophy, rejecting supernatural explanations and old scholastic talk in favor of a view that respects the evidence gathered by modern science.
From its opening pages, the work positions itself as a practical attempt to connect a wide range of empirical ideas. It stresses that philosophy must be understood by educated readers, using plain language and real facts rather than jargon. The author explains why the materialist, sensationalist, and deterministic strands of thought have gained prominence, and why they offer a more compelling foundation for understanding the world than older traditions. Readers will see how the text aims to present a coherent system that links macrocosm and microcosm, nature and human beings, through the same underlying laws.What you will experience
- A discussion of how force and matter relate as indispensable ideas for a natural view of the universe.
- A historical perspective showing how scientific progress reshapes our understanding of humans, language, and evolution.
- A call for philosophy that relies on observation and evidence, not speculative mysticism.
- An invitation to engage with complex ideas in accessible language, aimed at a broad audience.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fundamental principles of the natural world, exploring the intricate relationship between force and matter. Challenging long-held beliefs and traditional philosophies, the author argues for the unity and inseparability of these two concepts, asserting that neither can exist independently. Grounded in empirical observations and scientific advancements of the time, this book presents a compelling case for a universe governed by immutable natural laws, devoid of any external or supernatural influence. The author traces the evolution of human understanding of force and matter, highlighting the limitations of earlier theories that viewed them as separate entities. Through engaging prose and insightful analysis, the book covers a wide range of topics, including the immortality of matter, the universality of natural laws, and the interconnectedness of various forms of energy. The author challenges conventional notions of creation, arguing for the eternity of the universe and the inherent order within it. Ultimately, this book's exploration of the natural order offers a profound shift in perspective, encouraging readers to embrace a rational and evidence-based understanding of the world around them. 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 # 9781330616871_0
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