James Frederick Ferrier by Elizabeth Sanderson Haldane
"James Frederick Ferrier" by Elizabeth Sanderson Haldane is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the life and intellectual contributions of James Frederick Ferrier, a lesser-known but significant figure in the landscape of Scottish philosophy. Haldane delves into Ferrier's upbringing, education, and his eventual emergence as a philosopher who challenged established ideas and sought innovative paths in metaphysical thought. The opening of the biography introduces Ferrier's early
life and family background, establishing his connections to prominent figures in Scottish literature and philosophy. Haldane highlights the influence of his family, particularly referencing his mother and renowned relatives like the novelist Susan Ferrier and the poet Christopher North. The chapter outlines his formative years, detailing his education at various institutions and his gradual development of an interest in philosophy, alongside glimpses into the intellectual environment of early 19th-century Scotland. Through Haldane's narrative, the reader gains insight into how Ferrier's upbringing and the figures surrounding him shaped his philosophical endeavors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Download for free
For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.
Kindle → Use Send-to-Kindle
Kobo, Nook etc → Transfer via USB
Phone, tablet or computer → Open in a reading app
Other formats & older devices
There may be more files related to this item.
About this eBook
| Author | Haldane, Elizabeth Sanderson, 1862-1937 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Brown, Joseph |
| Title | James Frederick Ferrier |
| Series Title | Famous Scots Series, 28 |
| Credits |
Produced by sp1nd and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 51.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion |
| Subject | Ferrier, James Frederick, 1808-1864 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 44949 |
| Release Date | Feb 17, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 476 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!