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Autobiography And Selected Essays

Autobiography And Selected Essays

Thomas Henry Huxley

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Double9 Books LLP
Año de edición:
2025
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Biografía: general
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9789374832028
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Autobiography and selected essays explores the intellectual and personal development of Thomas Henry Huxley through a series of reflective writings that combine life experiences with philosophical inquiry. The collection reveals his deep concern with scientific progress, education, and moral reasoning, showing how knowledge and discovery can transform both individuals and societies. Through his recollections, Huxley examines his upbringing, his early exposure to learning, and the internal struggles that shaped his pursuit of truth. The essays convey his firm belief in reason and evidence as the foundation for understanding the world, presenting science as a force for enlightenment rather than privilege. His reflections also demonstrate the interplay between personal perseverance and intellectual discipline, offering insight into how personal adversity can inspire broader contributions to knowledge. The work ultimately serves as a meditation on the relationship between education, moral conviction, and social progress, portraying an evolving mind dedicated to inquiry and reform while connecting personal growth with the advancement of human understanding.

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