Publisher's Synopsis
Bishop Butler and the Age of Reason: A Study in the History of Thought is a book written by Ernest Campbell Mossner. The book is a detailed study of the life and work of Bishop Joseph Butler, who was a prominent figure in the 18th-century intellectual movement known as the Age of Reason. The book explores Butler's ideas on morality, ethics, and religion, and examines their influence on the philosophical and theological debates of his time. Mossner's book provides a comprehensive overview of Butler's life and career, from his early years as a parish priest to his later role as Bishop of Durham. The book also delves into Butler's major works, including his famous Analogy of Religion, and analyzes the impact of his ideas on the intellectual and cultural landscape of the 18th century. In addition to its focus on Butler, the book also provides a broader context for understanding the Age of Reason, situating Butler's ideas within the larger intellectual currents of the time. Mossner explores the key figures and ideas of the Enlightenment, as well as the religious and political debates that shaped the era.Overall, Bishop Butler and the Age of Reason is a thorough and insightful study of one of the most important thinkers of the 18th century, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy, religion, or intellectual thought.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.
