The Autobiography of Alexander Bain

The Autobiography of Alexander Bain is a memoir written by Alexander Bain, a Scottish philosopher, logician, and educationalist. The book recounts Bain's life from his childhood in Aberdeen, Scotland, to his years as a professor at the University of Aberdeen. Bain's autobiography provides a detailed account of his academic and professional achievements, including his work on the philosophy of mind, education, and psychology. The book also touches on his personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his travels and experiences abroad.Throughout the book, Bain reflects on his life and the events that shaped him, offering insights into his beliefs and values. He discusses his views on education, morality, and the nature of the human mind, as well as his thoughts on the social and political issues of his time.Overall, The Autobiography of Alexander Bain provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and mind of one of Scotland's most important intellectuals. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, education, or the history of ideas.1904. Alexander Bain, Scottish philosopher and educationalist, was an early proponent of scientific psychology. Along with his friend, John Stuart Mill, Bain was a major proponent of the British school of empiricism: a theory which based all knowledge on basic sensory experiences and not on introspection. Bain's philosophical and scientific writings were completed during his twenty years as a professor at Aberdeen. 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.