The Problems Of Philosophy By Bertrand Russel
...while diminishing our feeling of certainty as to what things are, philosophy greatly increases our knowledge as to what they may be
This book outlines various problems of philosophy about which positive and constructive criticism is possible. Since metaphysical elements do not easily stand the criticism, this book is largely based upon epistemological elements. Topics like Appearance, reality, matter, idealism, induction, a priori knowledge are covered briefly, to give the reader a romp through philosophy.
Bertrand Russel stands his own reputation well through this book.Though it deals with some of the most abstract topics of philosophy,it is easy to read and follow. The writing is succinct, coherent and meaningful. Words are economically used without ambiguity. The content is carefully written so as to avoid prejudices or favoritism. Bertrand Russel plainly gives the accounts of different philosophers , and compares them logically. He is very cautious as not to deduce any general result from the aforementioned comparison.He attempts to uncover the real meaning behind terms like “truth”, “belief” and “ideas” thus liberating the reader from the shackles of vague logic behind theories. In this he appears to have been to a great extent, if not fully, successful. His simple words, terse statements and sound logic make this book a success. It must be noted that this book contains theories which must be known prior to reading it. Hence , reader must have a basic knowledge of the history of philosophy. This book is recommend for all those who want to ask questions.
...while diminishing our feeling of certainty as to what things are, philosophy greatly increases our knowledge as to what they may be
This book outlines various problems of philosophy about which positive and constructive criticism is possible. Since metaphysical elements do not easily stand the criticism, this book is largely based upon epistemological elements. Topics like Appearance, reality, matter, idealism, induction, a priori knowledge are covered briefly, to give the reader a romp through philosophy.
Bertrand Russel stands his own reputation well through this book.Though it deals with some of the most abstract topics of philosophy,it is easy to read and follow. The writing is succinct, coherent and meaningful. Words are economically used without ambiguity. The content is carefully written so as to avoid prejudices or favoritism. Bertrand Russel plainly gives the accounts of different philosophers , and compares them logically. He is very cautious as not to deduce any general result from the aforementioned comparison.He attempts to uncover the real meaning behind terms like “truth”, “belief” and “ideas” thus liberating the reader from the shackles of vague logic behind theories. In this he appears to have been to a great extent, if not fully, successful. His simple words, terse statements and sound logic make this book a success. It must be noted that this book contains theories which must be known prior to reading it. Hence , reader must have a basic knowledge of the history of philosophy. This book is recommend for all those who want to ask questions.
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