Publisher's Synopsis
The Limits of Evolution and Other Essays is a collection of philosophical essays written by George Holmes Howison, a prominent American philosopher of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book explores the limits of evolution as a theory for explaining the nature of reality and human existence. Howison argues that evolution, while a useful scientific theory, is limited in its ability to explain the deeper questions of existence, such as the nature of consciousness, free will, and morality. The book is based on Howison's metaphysical theory of personal idealism, which posits that reality is fundamentally mental in nature and that the self is the ultimate reality. Howison argues that personal idealism provides a more comprehensive and satisfying explanation of reality than the mechanistic worldview of evolution. The essays in the book cover a range of topics, including the nature of consciousness, the relationship between mind and body, the problem of evil, and the nature of God. Howison draws on a wide range of philosophical traditions, including idealism, pragmatism, and existentialism, to develop his arguments.Overall, The Limits of Evolution and Other Essays is a thought-provoking and challenging work that will appeal to anyone interested in the philosophy of science, metaphysics, and the nature of reality.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.
