James Frederick Ferrier

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Haldane, Elizabeth Sanderson, 1862-1937

Contributor:

Brown, Joseph

Series:

Famous Scots Series, 28

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"James Frederick Ferrier" by Elizabeth Sanderson Haldane is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the life and intellectual contributions of James Frederick Ferrier, a lesser-known but significant figure in the landscape of Scottish philosophy. Haldane delves into Ferrier's upbringing, education, and his eventual emergence as a philosopher who challenged established ideas and sought innovative paths in metaphysical thought. The opening of the biography introduces Ferrier's early life and family background, establishing his connections to prominent figures in Scottish literature and philosophy. Haldane highlights the influence of his family, particularly referencing his mother and renowned relatives like the novelist Susan Ferrier and the poet Christopher North. The chapter outlines his formative years, detailing his education at various institutions and his gradual development of an interest in philosophy, alongside glimpses into the intellectual environment of early 19th-century Scotland. Through Haldane's narrative, the reader gains insight into how Ferrier's upbringing and the figures surrounding him shaped his philosophical endeavors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

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Notes:

Reading ease score: 51.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2014-02-17