Miscellaneous Lectures And Reviews By Richard Whately

""Miscellaneous Lectures and Reviews"" by Richard Whately is a collection of essays, lectures, and critiques written by the renowned English logician and theologian. The book offers a wide range of topics, including discussions on logic, philosophy, theology, politics, and literature. The essays cover various aspects of these subjects, from the nature of argumentation to the role of religion in society. The book is divided into two parts. The first part includes lectures on logic, the art of reasoning, and the principles of argumentation. These lectures provide a comprehensive overview of the fundamental principles of logic and reasoning, including the use of syllogisms, the importance of clarity and precision in language, and the role of fallacies in argumentation.The second part of the book consists of reviews and critiques of various literary works, including books by Charles Dickens, William Wordsworth, and Samuel Taylor Coleridge. These reviews offer insightful commentary on the themes, characters, and style of these works, as well as Whately's own views on literature and its role in society.Overall, ""Miscellaneous Lectures and Reviews"" is an engaging and thought-provoking collection of essays that offers readers a glimpse into the mind of one of England's most influential thinkers. It is a must-read for anyone interested in logic, philosophy, theology, politics, or literature.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.