The Scottish Philosophy

The Scottish Philosophy: Biographical, Expository and Critical from Hutcheson to Hamilton is a comprehensive book written by James McCosh. The book explores the evolution of Scottish philosophy from the 18th to the 19th century, focusing on the contributions of prominent Scottish philosophers such as Francis Hutcheson, David Hume, Adam Smith, Thomas Reid, and Sir William Hamilton.The book provides a detailed biographical account of each philosopher and their philosophical ideas. It explores their contributions to various fields of philosophy, including ethics, metaphysics, epistemology, and logic.McCosh also offers a critical analysis of each philosopher's ideas, discussing their strengths and weaknesses and their impact on the development of philosophy as a discipline. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an excellent resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of philosophy.Overall, The Scottish Philosophy: Biographical, Expository and Critical from Hutcheson to Hamilton is a valuable contribution to the study of Scottish philosophy and a must-read for anyone interested in the evolution of philosophical thought in Scotland.1875. McCosh, Eleventh President of Princeton University, he was a supporter of the Scottish School of Philosophy, and the work of Thomas Reid and Dugald Stewart. Partial Contents: Characteristics of the School; Andrew Baxter; Alexander Campbell; David Fordyce; Thomas Boston; Adam Smith; James Balfour; George Campbell; Alexander Crombie; George Jardine; Francis Jeffrey; John Young; John Ballantyne; John Abercrombie; and The Metaphysics of the Future.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.