The Querist

The Querist is a philosophical and economic treatise written by the Irish philosopher George Berkeley. First published in 1735, the book is comprised of a series of questions and answers that explore a wide range of topics, including the nature of wealth, the role of government in the economy, and the importance of education. Berkeley's central argument is that the key to a prosperous and just society lies in the cultivation of virtue and the pursuit of knowledge. He argues that the pursuit of wealth for its own sake is misguided, and that true happiness can only be achieved through the pursuit of wisdom and virtue. The Querist is a thought-provoking and influential work that continues to be studied and debated by philosophers and economists today.As the sum of human happiness is supposed to consist in the goods of mind, body, and fortune, I would fain make my studies of some use to mankind with regard to each of these three particulars, and hope it will not be thought faulty or indecent in any man, of what profession soever, to offer his mite towards improving the manners, health, and prosperity of his fellow-creatures.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.