Common Sense in the Scottish Enlightenment

Common Sense in the Scottish Enlightenment

Oxford University Press

Explore the profound intellectual legacy of eighteenth-century Scotland with Common Sense in the Scottish Enlightenment. This scholarly collection features nine specially commissioned essays that provide a comprehensive analysis of the development of common sense philosophy as a vital alternative to modern philosophical scepticism. The volume offers deep insights into the competing ideas of influential thinkers such as Thomas Reid and David Hume. Contributors investigate the historical and philosophical significance of this school of thought, examining topics ranging from the anatomy of the mind and sense perception to the influence of polite literature and the reception of German Idealism. By recovering the nuances of Scottish philosophy during the long eighteenth century, this book offers a complete understanding of the intellectual landscape that shaped British philosophy. Product summary: Academic history book exploring eighteenth-century Scottish philosophy, featuring essays on Thomas Reid and David Hume, published by Oxford University Press, hardback format.

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