An Essay on the Nature and Immutability of Truth in Opposition to Sophistry and Skepticism

""An Essay on the Nature and Immutability of Truth in Opposition to Sophistry and Skepticism"" is a philosophical work written by James Beattie. The book explores the concept of truth and its relationship with skepticism and sophistry. Beattie argues that truth is an objective and immutable concept that exists independently of human perception and interpretation. He also contends that skepticism and sophistry, which question the existence and validity of truth, are detrimental to human understanding and progress. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which examines a different aspect of truth and its relationship with skepticism and sophistry. Beattie draws on various philosophical and literary sources, including the works of Locke, Hume, and Shakespeare, to support his arguments. Overall, ""An Essay on the Nature and Immutability of Truth in Opposition to Sophistry and Skepticism"" is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of one of the most fundamental concepts in philosophy.Beattie, professor of moral philosophy and logic in the Marischal College and University of Aberdeen, examines the writings of philosophers as a way of studying the science of human nature. The Contents are divided into three parts: An Essay on the Nature and Immutability of Truth, in opposition to Sophistry and Skepticism; Illustrations of the preceding Doctrine, with Inferences; and Objections answered. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.