The Life and Letters of Herbert Spencer

by David Duncan and David Duncan

Book Overview

The Life and Letters of Herbert Spencer is a comprehensive biography of the renowned philosopher and sociologist, Herbert Spencer. Written by David Duncan, the book delves into Spencer's personal life, his intellectual development, and his significant contributions to the field of social science. The book is a compilation of Spencer's personal letters, which provide a unique insight into his thoughts and beliefs. The book also explores Spencer's relationship with other prominent figures of his time, including Charles Darwin, John Stuart Mill, and Thomas Huxley. The Life and Letters of Herbert Spencer is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of social science and the life of one of its most influential figures.1908. With seventeen illustrations. A biography of the British philosopher and sociologist, Herbert Spencer, who was a major figure in the intellectual life of the Victorian era. He was one of the principal proponents of evolutionary theory in the mid nineteenth century and his reputation rivaled that of Charles Darwin. This story of his life is based on selected correspondence and previously unpublished papers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417975644
• ISBN13: 9781417975648
• Release Date: September 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 632 Pages
• Weight: 2.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"