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Author Feijoo, Benito Jerónimo, 1676-1764
Translator Brett, John, -1785
Title Essays, or discourses, vol. 1 (of 4) : Selected from the works of Feyjoo, and translated from the Spanish
Original Publication United Kingdom: John Brett, 1780.
Credits Josep Cols Canals, Krista Zaleski and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary "Essays, or Discourses, Vol. 1 (of 4): Selected from the Works of Feyjoo" is a collection of philosophical essays translated from Spanish, likely written in the late 18th century. This volume explores various themes related to morality, virtue, vice, and the concept of popular opinion, probing into the nature of truth and human understanding. The essays, selected and translated by John Brett, aim to provide insights that can lead to a more enlightened perspective on these subjects. The opening of this work sets the stage for a critical examination of the notion that the voice of the people represents truth. The author, Father Feyjoo, emphasizes the fallibility of popular opinions, referencing historical examples and philosophical arguments to highlight how public consensus can often lead to error. He introduces discussions on various topics, including the dangers of conforming to widely accepted beliefs without critical thought. The initial essay, titled "The Voice of the People," thus invites readers to consider the implications of relying on common sentiments while contrasting them with individual wisdom—a recurring theme in the ensuing discourses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Essays
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