Selections from Previous Works by Samuel Butler
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"Selections from Previous Works" by Samuel Butler is a collection of essays and writings penned in the late 19th century. The text includes critical reflections on various topics, including Butler's insights on science and morality, and features selections from his earlier works, notably "Erewhon". The aim of the collection seems to be to challenge established views on societal norms, ethics, and the intersection between human behavior and health. The opening of the
book presents a preface that sets the stage for Butler's commentary, particularly focusing on a critique of Mr. G. J. Romanes' views regarding instinct and inherited memory. Butler expresses his frustrations about scientific inaccuracies and the lack of accountability in the scientific community, showcasing his analytical mindset and a keen interest in the intersections of morality and health. The narrative proceeds to explore the peculiar customs of the fictional society of Erewhon, such as its inversions of morality regarding illness and crime, challenging readers to reconsider their perceptions of justice and social norms. This provocative beginning invites readers into a thought-provoking examination of societal values, making the text a rich resource for those interested in philosophical inquiry and social critique. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Butler, Samuel, 1835-1902 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Selections from Previous Works With Remarks on Romanes' Mental Evolution in Animals, and a Psalm of Montreal |
| Contents | Selections from Erewhon -- From the Fair Haven -- Selections from life and habit -- Selections from evolution, old and new -- Extracts from unconscious memory -- Remarks on Mr. Romanes' Mental evolution in animals -- Extracts from Alps and sanctuaries of Piedmont and the Canton Ticino -- A psalm of Montreal. |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1884 Trubner & Co. edition by David Price |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 57.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English literature -- 19th century -- Miscellanea |
| Subject | Romanes, George John, 1848-1894. Mental evolution in animals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 19610 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-19610-7 |
| Release Date | Oct 24, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 622 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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