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100 1 _aGodwin, William,
_d1756-1836
245 1 0 _aThoughts on Man, His Nature, Productions and Discoveries :
_bInterspersed with Some Particulars Respecting the Author
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c1996
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 1996-12-01
508 _aProduced by Charles Keller, and David Widger
520 _a"Thoughts on Man, His Nature, Productions and Discoveries" by William Godwin is a philosophical treatise written during the early 19th century. In this work, Godwin explores the intricacies of human nature, intellect, and creativity, reflecting on man's capabilities as a thinking and social being. The book is structured as a series of essays, and Godwin's purpose appears to be to present a synthesis of his meditative musings over thirty-four years, aimed at readers who are interested in delving deeper into intellectual and moral truths about humanity. The opening portion presents a preface where Godwin establishes his intent and philosophy. He expresses a commitment to addressing readers in clear language rather than obscuring his ideas with complex terminology. He emphasizes the nobility of mankind, arguing against the disdain that some harbor for the species. Godwin discusses the physical and mental attributes that define humanity, highlighting how the mind's capabilities far surpass the body's. This portion sets the stage for the subsequent essays, which will further examine themes like the distribution of talent and the nature of human achievement. Overall, the beginning of the book provides insights into Godwin's views on human dignity and potential, inviting readers to consider the complexities of their existence and contributions to society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aHuman beings
653 _aPsychology -- Early works to 1850
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/743
999 _c42864
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