The Life Of Reason Or The Phases Of Human Progress

The Life of Reason or The Phases of Human Progress: Reason in Society is a philosophical work written by George Santayana and published in 1905. The book is part of a series of five volumes that explore the development of human reason throughout history. In this particular volume, Santayana focuses on the role of reason in society. He argues that reason is essential for the progress and stability of society, and explores the ways in which reason has been expressed and developed in different cultures and historical periods. Santayana examines various aspects of society, including politics, religion, art, and science, and shows how reason has influenced each of these areas. He also discusses the limitations of reason and the dangers of relying too heavily on it, as well as the importance of balancing reason with other aspects of human experience, such as emotion and intuition. The Life of Reason or The Phases of Human Progress: Reason in Society is a complex and thought-provoking work that offers insights into the nature of reason and its role in human society. It is considered a classic of modern philosophy and has influenced many subsequent thinkers in the field.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.