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A Defense Of Ignorance (1851)

A Defense Of Ignorance (1851)

Henry Morley

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Filosofía
ISBN:
9781436724074
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A Defense of Ignorance is a philosophical work written by Henry Morley in 1851. The book is a defense of the idea that ignorance can sometimes be a virtue, and that the pursuit of knowledge is not always the most important thing in life. Morley argues that there are certain things that are better left unknown, and that too much knowledge can be harmful. He also suggests that ignorance can lead to a more contented and happy life, free from the anxieties and stresses that come with constantly seeking knowledge. The book is divided into several chapters, each exploring a different aspect of the idea of ignorance. Morley draws on examples from history, literature, and philosophy to support his arguments, and he engages with the works of other thinkers who have written on the subject of ignorance. Overall, A Defense of Ignorance is a thought-provoking and challenging work that encourages readers to question their assumptions about the value of knowledge and the pursuit of truth.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.

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