Isbn: 9780282213657 - the balance of emotion and intellect: an essay introductory to the study of philosophy (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the complex relationship between emotion and intellect, arguing that these two forces are not fundamentally opposed but rather complementary aspects of the human mind. By examining this relationship in the context of both individual development and the history of philosophical thought, the author seeks to dismantle the widespread fallacy of seeing emotion and intellect as enemies. The book traces the evolution of human thought, beginning with the simple, instinctual reactions of childhood and moving toward the more nuanced and deliberate reasoning of adulthood. It delves into the origins of scientific thought, viewing it as a culmination of individual experience and collective knowledge, and then explores the role of philosophy in providing a framework for understanding how these different forms of knowledge relate to the human mind. The author also analyzes various branches of philosophy, including psychology, logic, ethics, aesthetics, and metaphysics, demonstrating how they each contribute to a comprehensive understanding of the human condition. The book concludes by exploring the practical implications of this balanced perspective, suggesting that individuals and societies can achieve greater harmony and effectiveness when they recognize and appreciate the vital role of both emotion and intellect in human experience. By redefining the relationship between emotion and intellect, the author offers a profound and illuminating perspective on the human mind and its potential. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…