John Locke 1632-1704: The Adamson Lecture For 1932

""John Locke 1632-1704: The Adamson Lecture For 1932"" is a book written by Norman Kemp Smith that provides a comprehensive overview of the life, ideas, and works of John Locke, one of the most influential philosophers of the 17th century. The book is based on the author's lecture series delivered at the University of St. Andrews in 1932, which was established in honor of the Scottish philosopher John Adamson. The book begins with an introduction to Locke's life and times, including his education, political and social context, and his relationship with other philosophers of his era. The author then delves into Locke's philosophical ideas, including his theories of knowledge, language, and political philosophy. Throughout the book, the author also explores the historical context of Locke's ideas, including their relationship to the scientific revolution and the political and social changes of the time. The book also includes a discussion of Locke's influence on subsequent philosophers and his impact on modern thought.Overall, ""John Locke 1632-1704: The Adamson Lecture For 1932"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and work of John Locke, as well as the broader intellectual and historical context of his ideas.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.