Characteristics of Men, Manners, Opinions, Times

von Anthony Ashley Cooper Shaftesbury

732 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""Characteristics of Men, Manners, Opinions, Times"" is a philosophical work written by Anthony Ashley Cooper, the third Earl of Shaftesbury, in the early 18th century. The book is divided into three parts, each of which explores different aspects of human nature and society. In the first part, Shaftesbury discusses the nature of man and his relationship to the world around him. He argues that human beings are inherently social creatures who are driven by a desire for happiness and a sense of moral duty. In the second part, he examines the role of manners and etiquette in society and how they can be used to promote virtue and social harmony. Finally, in the third part, he discusses the political and cultural climate of his time, offering his thoughts on the state of society and the need for reform. Throughout the book, Shaftesbury emphasizes the importance of reason, morality, and social responsibility in creating a just and harmonious society. His ideas had a significant influence on the Enlightenment and continue to be studied and discussed by philosophers and scholars today.1711. Two Volumes in One. A collection of treatises from the English statesman. Contents Volume One: A Letter concerning Enthusiasm to My Lord; Sensu Communis; an Essay on the Freedom of Wit and Humor; Soliloquy or, Advice to an Author; An Inquiry Concerning Virtue or Merit. Contents Volume Two: The Moralists, a Philosophical Rhapsody; and Miscellaneous Reflections on the Preceding Treatises, etc. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Philosophie und Religion Philosophie Themen der Philosophie Ethik und Moralphilosophie
• ISBN: 9781417916009
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 07.05.2004
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC