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The Principles of Philosophy

A Defense of Reason

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The Principles of Philosophy

A Defense of Reason

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Presenting an absolute and universal defense of the rational moral law, this work delves into the principle of justice: don't do to others what you don't want them to do to you.

The Principles of Philosophy provides an intellectual platform to advocate equal human rights for all human beings. In addition, the book presents a strong and uncompromising criticism of skepticism and relativism. It analyzes several modern currents of thought that, even if implicitly and unintentionally, lead to skepticism or relativism. Specifically, the book includes a detailed criticism of Descartes, Hume, Schopenhauer, Marx, James, Nietzsche, Freud, Russell, and Heidegger. Contrary to what skeptical and relativistic doctrines imply, truth is absolute and human reason can know at least some truths, including the truth of the principle of justice. The book presents an academic and thorough investigation of the problem but in clear and simple language. The main goal of the book is intellectual systematization. Moreover, it discusses the views of both Eastern and Western thinkers, from ancient times to the postmodern era, regarding a significant philosophical issue.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments
Introduction
Chapter 1: I Am. And I Know I Am.
Chapter 2: Reality vs. Signification of Thoughts
Chapter 3: Truth Is Absolute.
Chapter 4: Realism, Idealism, and Scepticism
Chapter 5: Dogmatic Realism vs. Critical Realism
Afterword
Bibliography
Index
About the Author

Product details

Published Jan 08 2026
Format Hardback
Edition 1st
Extent 448
ISBN 9780761880837
Imprint Hamilton Books
Illustrations 1 bw (Author photo)
Dimensions 9 x 6 inches
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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Author

Mohammad M. Tajdini

Mohammad M. Tajdini is an independent scholar in p…

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