Francis Hutcheson

""Francis Hutcheson: His Life, Teaching And Position In The History Of Philosophy"" by William Robert Scott is a comprehensive biography of the 18th-century philosopher Francis Hutcheson. The book explores Hutcheson's life, including his childhood, education, and career as a professor of philosophy at the University of Glasgow. It also delves into Hutcheson's philosophical teachings, which focused on ethics, aesthetics, and the nature of the human mind. The author provides a detailed analysis of Hutcheson's ideas and their impact on the development of philosophy in the 18th century. Additionally, the book examines Hutcheson's position in the history of philosophy, including his influence on other philosophers such as David Hume and Adam Smith. Overall, ""Francis Hutcheson: His Life, Teaching And Position In The History Of Philosophy"" offers a thorough and insightful look at the life and work of one of the most important philosophers of the Enlightenment era.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.