Essays

Essays: Moral, Political and Aesthetic is a collection of essays written by Herbert Spencer, a prominent philosopher and sociologist of the 19th century. The book contains a total of 15 essays, each exploring a different aspect of human society and morality. The first section of the book deals with the moral aspects of society, including essays on the origin of moral sentiments, the evolution of ethics, and the role of conscience in human behavior. The second section focuses on political philosophy, with essays on topics such as the functions of government, the limits of state interference in individual affairs, and the principles of democracy.The final section of the book delves into aesthetics, with essays on the nature of beauty, the role of art in society, and the relationship between art and morality. Throughout the book, Spencer's writing is characterized by a clear and concise style, as well as a commitment to rationalism and scientific inquiry.Overall, Essays: Moral, Political and Aesthetic is a thought-provoking and insightful collection of essays that offers a unique perspective on some of the most important issues facing society in the 19th century and beyond.Contents: The Philosophy Of Style; Over-Legislation; The Morals Of Trade; Personal Beauty; Representative Government; Prison-Ethics; Railway Morals And Railway Policy; Gracefulness; State-Tamperings With Money And Banks; Parliamentary Reform: The Dangers And The Safeguards; Mill Versus Hamilton - The Test Of Truth.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.