The Principles of Understanding
An Introduction to Logic from the Standpoint of Personal Idealism

Originally published in 1915, this book presents an examination of philosophy from the perspective of personal idealism.

Henry Sturt (Author)

9781107693111, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 17 April 2014

320 pages
21 x 14.8 x 1.8 cm, 0.42 kg

Originally published in 1915, this book presents an examination of philosophy from the perspective of personal idealism, arguing that logic should be the theoretical account of the actual processes of human understanding. The text explores the idea of utility in relation to philosophy, with a view towards practical engagement with the world. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in logic and the history of philosophy.

1. The scope of logic
2. Logic and animism
3. Noesis
4. Sensuous experience
5. Subconsciousness
6. The social mind
7. Passion
8. Cosmothesis and passion
9. The general relation of passion to understanding
10. The functions of understanding
11. Reasoning
12. Science
13. The advance of understanding
Index.

Subject Areas: Philosophy: logic [HPL]