Second Characters or the Language of Forms

Originally published in 1914, this book presents the edited text of the sequel to Anthony Ashley Cooper's major work, Characteristics.

Anthony Ashley Cooper (Author), Benjamin Rand (Edited by)

9781107685413, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 12 December 2013

212 pages
21.6 x 14 x 1.2 cm, 0.28 kg

Anthony Ashley Cooper, 3rd Earl of Shaftesbury (1671–1713) was an English philosopher and author. Originally published in 1914, this book presents the edited text of the sequel to Cooper's major work, Characteristics. An editorial introduction and detailed notes are included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Cooper's writings and philosophy.

Introduction
Title
Preface
Idea of the work
Prefatory anticipatory thoughts
1. A letter concerning design
2. A notion of the historical draught of Hercules
3. The picture of Cebes
4. Plastics
Dictionary of art terms
Index of ease.

Subject Areas: Western philosophy: c 1600 to c 1900 [HPCD]