The Principles of Understanding: An Introduction to Logic from the Standpoint of Personal Idealism

by Henry Sturt

Overview

Originally published in 1915, this book presents an examination of philosophy from the perspective of personal idealism, arguing that logic should be the theoretical account of the actual processes of human understanding. The text explores the idea of utility in relation to philosophy, with a view towards practical engagement with the world. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in logic and the history of philosophy.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781107693111
Publisher:	Cambridge University Press
Publication date:	04/17/2014
Edition description:	Reissue
Pages:	320
Product dimensions:	5.83(w) x 8.27(h) x 0.71(d)

Table of Contents

1. The scope of logic; 2. Logic and animism; 3. Noesis; 4. Sensuous experience; 5. Subconsciousness; 6. The social mind; 7. Passion; 8. Cosmothesis and passion; 9. The general relation of passion to understanding; 10. The functions of understanding; 11. Reasoning; 12. Science; 13. The advance of understanding; Index.