Problems in Philosophy (Classic Reprint)

John Bascom

ISBN 10: 0282137041 / ISBN 13: 9780282137045

Published by Forgotten Books, 2022

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book is a collection of philosophical essays that examines foundational principles in philosophy, such as the nature of knowledge, metaphysics, and the limits of human reason. The author argues that many philosophical problems arise from a misunderstanding of how we gain knowledge and our place within the world. The author posits that most philosophical inquiry has erred in starting with foundational principles that cannot be proven. Instead, the author argues that we must build our understanding of the world from the ground up, beginning with our own experiences and perceptions. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in philosophy, epistemology, and the nature of knowledge. It offers a fresh perspective on some of the most fundamental questions in philosophy and provides a path forward for future inquiry. 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.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Problems in Philosophy (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0282137041
• ISBN 13: 9780282137045
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • General Philosophy

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Synopsis

A clear, ideas-first guide to the big questions about mind, space, and knowledge.

This concise volume distills a rigorous critique of how philosophy should be done.

In these pages, Bascom argues that philosophy should illuminate the limits of what we can know. It contrasts the steady, testable methods of science with the stubborn drift of speculative metaphysics. The author frames mind and matter as two essential forms of experience—space for physical phenomena and consciousness for mental phenomena—without overreaching into unknowable realms.

• See how mind and world intertwine, yet stay distinct in our experience.
• Learn why appeals to consciousness can mislead when used as a stand‑alone proof.
• Understand the difference between intuitive ideas and verifiable judgments.
• Explore a philosophic approach that seeks cautious, coherent foundations rather than absolute certainty.

Ideal for readers of philosophy, students, and curious minds who want a practical, historically grounded look at how we think about knowledge, reality, and the structure of thought.