Thomas Reid by Alexander Campbell Fraser
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"Thomas Reid" by Alexander Campbell Fraser is a philosophical biography written in the late 19th century. This work explores the life and thought of the Scottish philosopher Thomas Reid, particularly his development of the "Common Sense" philosophy, as a response to the scepticism of his contemporaries, particularly David Hume. Fraser delves into Reid's intellectual journey from his boyhood in a rural parish to his significant contributions to moral philosophy. The opening of
the book introduces Reid's early life in the manse of Strachan, detailing his family background and the intellectual lineage that influenced him. It describes the rural environment of Kincardineshire, which fostered a reflective individuality in young Thomas, who was marked by modesty and diligence. The chapter sets the stage for Reid's eventual pursuit of higher education at Marischal College, outlines his familial influences, and foreshadows his philosophical engagements with figures like Hume, emphasizing the conflicts and motivations that would shape his life's work. This context provides a foundation for understanding Reid's later philosophical endeavors and the significant themes of common sense as the bedrock of knowledge and belief. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Fraser, Alexander Campbell, 1819-1914 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 03012925 |
| Title | Thomas Reid |
| Series Title | Famous Scots series |
| Credits |
Produced by 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: 53.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion |
| Subject | Reid, Thomas, 1710-1796 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 60399 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-60399-5 |
| Release Date | Sep 30, 2019 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 510 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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