Leibniz's New Essays Concerning the Human Understanding: A Critical Exposition
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"Leibniz's New Essays Concerning the Human Understanding: A Critical Exposition" by John Dewey is a philosophical treatise written in the late 19th century. This work critically explores the ideas of Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz, particularly focusing on his perspectives in "Nouveaux Essais" and examining the foundations of human understanding through rationalist philosophy. The text aims to connect Leibniz's thoughts with contemporary philosophical discussions while highlighting the significance of his ideas in the evolution of modern thought. The opening of the work provides a biographical sketch of Leibniz, illustrating the formative experiences that shaped his philosophical pursuits. Dewey discusses Leibniz's early education and intellectual development, emphasizing the influences of his family, mentors, and significant encounters with contemporary thinkers. The narrative weaves through Leibniz’s academic journey, highlighting his ventures into multiple disciplines, including law, mathematics, and philosophy, as a quest for a harmonious understanding of the universe, which foreshadows his later philosophical contributions. This exposition serves as a foundation for a deeper exploration of Leibniz's thought and its lasting impact on philosophy and science. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 46.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Leibniz, Gottfried Wilhelm, Freiherr von, 1646-1716
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