Appearance And Reality

Appearance and Reality: A Metaphysical Essay is a philosophical work written by Francis Herbert Bradley in 1893. In this book, Bradley explores the nature of reality and the relationship between appearance and truth. He argues that our perception of reality is often flawed and that we must look beyond appearances to understand the true nature of things.Bradley begins by examining the concept of appearance and how it relates to reality. He argues that appearance is not a reliable indicator of truth and that we must look beyond surface-level observations to understand the world around us. He then goes on to explore the nature of reality itself, arguing that it is a complex and interconnected web of relationships that cannot be fully understood through empirical observation alone.Throughout the book, Bradley draws on a variety of philosophical traditions, including idealism, skepticism, and phenomenology, to develop his arguments. He also engages with the work of other philosophers, such as Immanuel Kant and G.W.F. Hegel, to further develop his ideas.Overall, Appearance and Reality: A Metaphysical Essay is a thought-provoking and challenging work that explores some of the most fundamental questions about the nature of reality and our place in it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, metaphysics, or epistemology.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.