Facts and Comments

By Herbert Spencer and Herbert 1820-1903 Spencer

Book Overview

Facts and Comments is a collection of essays and articles written by the renowned philosopher and sociologist Herbert Spencer. The book covers a wide range of topics, including science, politics, sociology, and philosophy. Spencer's writing is characterized by his clear and concise style, as well as his ability to make complex ideas accessible to a general audience. The essays in this book are thought-provoking and insightful, and they offer a unique perspective on the issues of the day. Whether discussing the nature of the universe, the role of government, or the principles of morality, Spencer's writing is always engaging and informative. Facts and Comments is a must-read for anyone interested in the ideas of one of the most influential thinkers of the 19th century.1902. British philosopher and sociologist, Herbert Spencer was a major figure in the intellectual life of the Victorian era. He was one of the principal proponents of evolutionary theory in the mid nineteenth century, and his reputation at the time rivaled that of Charles Darwin. This is a collection of his leftover essays, published in the certainty that it would be his last volume. The topics range from art to vaccination via gymnastics and euthanasia. Especially noted is his essay on style. 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417942339
• ISBN13: 9781417942336
• Release Date: August 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"