Kant's Theory of Knowledge by H. A. Prichard

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Author Prichard, H. A. (Harold Arthur), 1871-1947
LoC No. 09024195
Title Kant's Theory of Knowledge
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Summary "Kant's Theory of Knowledge" by H. A. Prichard is a philosophical text written in the early 20th century. The book explores the complexities of Immanuel Kant's Transcendental Idealism, particularly focusing on the foundation and validity of 'a priori' knowledge. Prichard aims to clarify Kant's perspective on how human reason engages with concepts related to metaphysics, such as God, freedom, and immortality, offering a critical examination of the issues and arguments presented in Kant's work. The opening of the text introduces Kant's quest to understand the limits and capabilities of human reason, specifically the nature of knowledge independent of experience. Prichard outlines the fundamental questions posed by Kant regarding metaphysics and the role of pure reason in grappling with subjects beyond empirical experience. He emphasizes that Kant believed any inquiry into these metaphysical questions necessitated an initial critical investigation into the capabilities of pure reason itself, laying the groundwork for a detailed examination of how 'a priori' synthetic judgments can exist and be validated. This exploration sets a philosophical framework for delving deeper into the nuances of Kant's ideas in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Subject Knowledge, Theory of
Subject Kant, Immanuel, 1724-1804
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