Kant's Cosmogony : As in His Essay on the Retardation of the Rotation of the Earth and His Natural History and Theory of the Heavens

Kant, Immanuel; Wright, Thomas (CON); Hastie, William (EDT)

ISBN 10: 1437243169 / ISBN 13: 9781437243161

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2008

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Kant's Cosmogony : As in His Essay on the Retardation of the Rotation of the Earth and His Natural History and Theory of the Heavens
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1437243169
• ISBN 13: 9781437243161
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Kant's Cosmogony is a book by Immanuel Kant, first published in 1900, that explores his ideas on the origins of the universe and the nature of celestial bodies. The book is based on two of Kant's earlier works, his essay on the retardation of the rotation of the Earth and his natural history and theory of the heavens. In these works, Kant discusses the causes of the Earth's rotation and the movements of the planets and stars, as well as his theories on the formation of the universe and the existence of other worlds. Kant's Cosmogony is a philosophical and scientific work that delves into the fundamental questions of existence and the nature of the cosmos. It offers a unique perspective on the universe and its origins, informed by Kant's deep knowledge of astronomy, physics, and philosophy. The book provides a detailed analysis of Kant's ideas on the structure and evolution of the universe, as well as his views on the relationship between science and philosophy. Overall, Kant's Cosmogony is a fascinating and thought-provoking work that offers a glimpse into the mind of one of history's greatest thinkers. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science and philosophy, as well as those seeking a deeper understanding of the mysteries of the universe.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.

About the Author

Immanuel Kant (1724-1804) was born in Konigsberg, Prussia, where he remained his entire life. His others works include Critique of Pure Reason and Religion Within the Limits of Reason Alone.