The Positive Philosophy of Auguste Comte, Vol. I (in 2 Volumes)

"The Positive Philosophy of Auguste Comte, Vol. 1" is a seminal work by the French philosopher Auguste Comte, originally published in the mid-19th century. In this groundbreaking treatise, Comte outlines his positivist philosophy, which seeks to establish a scientific basis for understanding the social and natural world. Through meticulous analysis and rigorous argumentation, Comte explores the principles of positivism, emphasizing the importance of empirical observation, experimentation, and the application of scientific methods to the study of human society and the physical universe.

Comte's work represents a significant departure from traditional philosophical approaches, advocating for a systematic and scientific approach to knowledge and inquiry. In "The Positive Philosophy," he lays the groundwork for a new discipline known as sociology, which seeks to understand the laws governing social phenomena and the development of human civilization. Comte's ideas have had a lasting impact on the fields of philosophy, sociology, and the natural sciences, influencing subsequent thinkers and shaping modern understandings of the relationship between science and society.

Product Details:

• ISBN: 1605209821
• EAN: 9781605209821
• Publisher: Cosimo Classics
  
• Binding: Paperback
• Copyright Date: 2010
• Pub Date: January 01, 2010
• Physical Info: 2.29 cms H x 22.86 cms L x 15.24 cms W (0.59 kgs), 404 pages