Ralph Cudworth

Originally published in 1951, this book presents an engaging study of the works and influence of English philosopher Ralph Cudworth (1617–88).

J. A. Passmore (Author)

9781107697430, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 19 September 2013

132 pages
21.6 x 14 x 0.8 cm, 0.18 kg

Originally published in 1951, this concise book presents an engaging study of the works and influence of the renowned English philosopher Ralph Cudworth (1617–88), the leader of the Cambridge Platonists. A bibliography of writings by and about Cudworth is also included, together with an appendix section on his manuscripts. The text was an early work by Australian philosopher and historian of ideas John Passmore (1914–2004). This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Cudworth, the Cambridge Platonists and the historical development of philosophy.

Preface
Abbreviations
1. Cudworth and his predecessors
2. Cudworth on mind and nature
3. Cudworth's theory of knowledge
4. 'Eternal and immutable morality'
5. Cudworth's moral psychology
6. The good life
7. Ethics and religion
8. Cudworth and the British moralists
Appendix. The Cudworth manuscripts
A Cudworth bibliography
Index of names.

Subject Areas: Western philosophy: Medieval & Renaissance, c 500 to c 1600 [HPCB]