Fragments in Philosophy and Science Being Collected Essays and Addresses

Fragments in Philosophy and Science is a collection of essays and addresses by James Mark Baldwin, a renowned philosopher and psychologist. The book is a compilation of his thoughts on various philosophical and scientific topics, including the nature of consciousness, the relationship between mind and body, the theory of evolution, and the role of science in society.Baldwin's essays are written in a clear and concise style, making them accessible to readers of all levels of expertise. He draws on his extensive knowledge of philosophy, psychology, and science to provide insights into some of the most pressing questions of the day.The book is divided into four parts, each of which covers a different theme. The first part explores the nature of consciousness and the relationship between mind and body. The second part delves into the theory of evolution and its implications for human society. The third part examines the role of science in society and the ethical considerations that arise from scientific research. Finally, the fourth part consists of Baldwin's addresses on various philosophical and scientific topics.Overall, Fragments in Philosophy and Science is a thought-provoking and insightful collection of essays that will be of interest to anyone interested in philosophy, psychology, or science. Baldwin's clear and concise writing style, combined with his extensive knowledge and expertise, make this book a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of these complex subjects.1902. This volume is made up of papers written by the author over a period of fifteen years concerning philosophy and science intermingled. The group of philosophical essays are introductory to a developed view of the world. The volume also includes a large number of critical and historical papers. Selected contents: the idealism of Spinoza; recent discussion in materialism; the cosmic and the moral; psychology past and present; the origin of emotional expression; the perception of external reality; feeling, belief and judgment; an optical illusion; types of reaction.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.