The Philosophy Of The Active And Moral Powers Of Man (1849)

The Philosophy of the Active and Moral Powers of Man is a book written by Dugald Stewart and published in 1849. The book explores the nature of human beings and their active and moral powers. Stewart argues that human beings are not passive observers of the world but active agents who shape their own lives and the world around them. He also emphasizes the importance of moral principles in guiding human behavior, arguing that ethics are fundamental to human flourishing. The book is divided into three parts: the first part examines the nature of human agency, the second part explores the nature of moral principles, and the third part discusses the relationship between the two. Throughout the book, Stewart draws on a range of philosophical traditions, including Scottish common sense philosophy, Kantian ethics, and the philosophy of mind. The Philosophy of the Active and Moral Powers of Man is a significant work in the history of philosophy and remains relevant to contemporary debates about human agency and moral philosophy.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.