Bøger af William Jackson

Positivism: A Lecture is a book written by William Jackson and originally published in 1871. The book is a lecture that provides an introduction to the philosophy of positivism, a school of thought that emerged in the 19th century and emphasized the importance of empirical evidence in the search for knowledge. Jackson discusses the key principles of positivism, including the rejection of metaphysical speculation and the focus on scientific observation and experimentation. He also explores the role of positivism in shaping various fields of study, such as sociology and psychology, and its potential to contribute to the advancement of human knowledge and progress. Overall, Positivism: A Lecture offers a concise and accessible overview of an important philosophical movement that continues to influence contemporary thought.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.