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James Beattie

    James Beattie was een Schotse dichter en filosoof wiens werk zich verdiepte in de moraalfilosofie. Zijn geschriften, met name het gedicht "The Minstrel" en "An Essay on the Nature and Immutability of Truth", trokken aanzienlijke aandacht. Beattie's benadering hield zich vaak bezig met hedendaagse filosofische debatten, waarbij hij zocht naar het articuleren van fundamentele waarheden. Hij staat ook bekend om zijn standvastige argumenten tegen de instelling van slavernij.

    The Minstrel
    Beattie's Letters
    Essays
    The Poems Of William Mason; Volume 2
    Essays: On Poetry and Music, As They Affect the Mind; On Laughter, and Ludicrous Composition: On the Utility of Classical Lear
    Elements of Moral Science
    • Essays

      • 574bladzijden
      • 21 uur lezen
      Essays
    • The Minstrel

      • 76bladzijden
      • 3 uur lezen

      Exploring the journey of artistic development, this narrative poem delves into the life of a minstrel, embodying themes of genius and creativity. Written by Scottish poet and philosopher James Beattie, it was published in two parts between 1771 and 1774. The work highlights the struggles and triumphs of the creative spirit, marking it as a significant contribution to Beattie's literary legacy.

      The Minstrel
    • Essays

      on poetry and music, as they affect the mind; on laughter, and ludicrous composition; on the utility of classical learning

      • 568bladzijden
      • 20 uur lezen

      Exploring the interplay between poetry and music, this collection of essays delves into how these art forms influence the mind. It also examines the nature of laughter and the elements of humor in writing, alongside the value of classical learning. This high-quality reprint preserves the insights and perspectives from the original 1778 edition, offering a thoughtful reflection on the significance of artistic expression and education.

      Essays
    • Set in 1787, this work aims to provide young readers with a clear and engaging overview of the key evidences of Christianity. Designed to capture attention without overwhelming, it seeks to establish foundational religious principles as youth transition into adulthood. The reproduction may exhibit some faded or difficult-to-read pages due to the original's age and rarity, and it features text in Old English.

      Evidences of the Christian Religion Briefly and Plainly Stated
    • An Essay On The Nature And Immutability Of Truth

      In Opposition To Sophistry And Skepticism (1807)

      • 382bladzijden
      • 14 uur lezen

      This antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original, preserving its cultural significance despite potential imperfections like marks and notations. The reprint aims to protect and promote literature by providing an affordable, high-quality edition that remains true to the original work.

      An Essay On The Nature And Immutability Of Truth