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The Collected Works of G. Lowes Dickinson reissues nine titles from
Dickinson's impressive oeuvre. The titles in question cover a range
of topics, from Plato and the Greek view of life to civilisation
and the causes of war.
First published in 1937, this book presents itself as a philosophic
dialogue, starting with the diversity of men's ideas about Good. In
the first part, it considers the creation and criteria of Good and
its relation to truth, pleasure and happiness. In the second part,
the book examines some kinds of Good, pointing out their defects
and limitations, and suggesting the character of Good which we
might hold to be perfect. The topic of the book is treated both
philosophically and practically making it intriguing reading.
First published in 1930, this book presents an imagined account of
conversation between Plato and 'A Modern Young Man'. In the first
part, political and social institutions are considered and
property, forms of government, socialism, the control of
population, war and education, are discussed. The second part
examines the idea of real Goods including the concepts of truth,
art and love. In this work, the author sees Plato reaffirming his
belief that real Goods come from some higher world, which it is the
destiny of the spirits to pursue.
First published in 1905, A Modern Symposium presents a record of a
discussion between men at the Seekers club- a now extinct, but then
famous, club for men prominent in politics or in the professions-
that used to meet fortnightly to listen to, and discuss papers on
varying subjects. The group included politicians, a professor, a
journalist and a poet, amongst others. At this particular meeting,
the participants start their discussion by discussing reasons for
going into politics in the first place, and why the key speakers
aligned themselves with particular political parties, which leads
on to a full and thought-provoking discussion of civilisation. "Has
been a source of inspiration to many thousands of readers... It is
almost an encyclopaedia of common sense." Everyman "One of the most
thought-provoking and, therefore, useful books of our time. No one
interested in the problems of life, as these are presented to us
day by day, can fail to be the wiser and better by a perusal of
Professor Lowes Dickinson's admirable statement of these problems
and the hints he gives on their solution." Scottish Educational
Journal "A brilliant little book, at once serious and gay, in which
various contrasted characters discuss our civilisation." E. M.
Forster in The Listener
First published in 1908, this book takes the form of a discussion
between Henry Martin- a professor, Charles Stuart- a banker, and
Sir John Harington- a gentleman of leisure, on politics and
civilisation. The speakers discuss many topics ranging from forms
of society (such as oligarchy or democracy), to the institution of
marriage, to the necessity of government.
First published in 1892, this book describes the development of
political thought and political parties in 'modern' France. It
starts by discussing the French Revolution of 1789 and closes with
the Paris Commune of 1871. The book is not written strictly in
chronological order but rather focuses on explaining the general
character of each successive period. It will be of interest to both
the student, and the more general reader.
First published in 1916, this book comprises of a set of notes by
G. Lowes Dickinson on his interpretation of the causes of the First
World War. Writing during this time, the author admits that a
complete comprehension of the causes of the First World War was
impossible as no one knew the secrets of the few men who directly
brought it about. Dickinson argues that the feeling of every nation
about itself and about its neighbours is determined by the history
of the past and by the way that history is regarded and, as a
consequence, the picture looks different from every point of view.
In this knowledge, the author gives his account.
First published in 1923, this book examines the causes and evils of
War. Being published soon after the First World War, this becomes
the basis for much of the volume's experience. The author G. Lowes
Dickinson argues that war and civilisation are incompatible and
that the pursuit of war will end in the destruction of mankind.
First published in 1896 (this twenty-third edition in 1957), this
book provides a general introduction to Greek literature and
thought. Among the subjects dealt with are the Greek view of
religion, the state and its relation to the citizen, law, artisans
and slaves, manual labour, trade and art.
First published in 1931, this book explores the nature and
importance of Plato's dialogues. The book was written for an
audience of non-scholarly men and women who want to know something
about one of the most remarkable thinkers of the Western world. The
chapters were originally delivered as broadcast talks.
First published in 1931, this book explores the nature and
importance of Plato's dialogues. The book was written for an
audience of non-scholarly men and women who want to know something
about one of the most remarkable thinkers of the Western world. The
chapters were originally delivered as broadcast talks.
First published in 1930, this book presents an imagined account of
conversation between Plato and 'A Modern Young Man'. In the first
part, political and social institutions are considered and
property, forms of government, socialism, the control of
population, war and education, are discussed. The second part
examines the idea of real Goods including the concepts of truth,
art and love. In this work, the author sees Plato reaffirming his
belief that real Goods come from some higher world, which it is the
destiny of the spirits to pursue.
First published in 1923, this book examines the causes and evils of
War. Being published soon after the First World War, this becomes
the basis for much of the volume's experience. The author G. Lowes
Dickinson argues that war and civilisation are incompatible and
that the pursuit of war will end in the destruction of mankind.
First published in 1937, this book presents itself as a philosophic
dialogue, starting with the diversity of men's ideas about Good. In
the first part, it considers the creation and criteria of Good and
its relation to truth, pleasure and happiness. In the second part,
the book examines some kinds of Good, pointing out their defects
and limitations, and suggesting the character of Good which we
might hold to be perfect. The topic of the book is treated both
philosophically and practically making it intriguing reading.
First published in 1908, this book takes the form of a discussion
between Henry Martin- a professor, Charles Stuart- a banker, and
Sir John Harington- a gentleman of leisure, on politics and
civilisation. The speakers discuss many topics ranging from forms
of society (such as oligarchy or democracy), to the institution of
marriage, to the necessity of government.
First published in 1916, this book comprises of a set of notes by
G. Lowes Dickinson on his interpretation of the causes of the First
World War. Writing during this time, the author admits that a
complete comprehension of the causes of the First World War was
impossible as no one knew the secrets of the few men who directly
brought it about. Dickinson argues that the feeling of every nation
about itself and about its neighbours is determined by the history
of the past and by the way that history is regarded and, as a
consequence, the picture looks different from every point of view.
In this knowledge, the author gives his account.
First published in 1896 (this twenty-third edition in 1957), this
book provides a general introduction to Greek literature and
thought. Among the subjects dealt with are the Greek view of
religion, the state and its relation to the citizen, law, artisans
and slaves, manual labour, trade and art.
First published in 1892, this book describes the development of
political thought and political parties in 'modern' France. It
starts by discussing the French Revolution of 1789 and closes with
the Paris Commune of 1871. The book is not written strictly in
chronological order but rather focuses on explaining the general
character of each successive period. It will be of interest to both
the student, and the more general reader.
First published in 1905, A Modern Symposium presents a record of a
discussion between men at the Seekers club- a now extinct, but then
famous, club for men prominent in politics or in the professions-
that used to meet fortnightly to listen to, and discuss papers on
varying subjects. The group included politicians, a professor, a
journalist and a poet, amongst others. At this particular meeting,
the participants start their discussion by discussing reasons for
going into politics in the first place, and why the key speakers
aligned themselves with particular political parties, which leads
on to a full and thought-provoking discussion of civilisation. "Has
been a source of inspiration to many thousands of readers... It is
almost an encyclopaedia of common sense." Everyman "One of the most
thought-provoking and, therefore, useful books of our time. No one
interested in the problems of life, as these are presented to us
day by day, can fail to be the wiser and better by a perusal of
Professor Lowes Dickinson's admirable statement of these problems
and the hints he gives on their solution." Scottish Educational
Journal "A brilliant little book, at once serious and gay, in which
various contrasted characters discuss our civilisation." E. M.
Forster in The Listener
Originally published in 1931, this book presents a concise
biography of the British idealist metaphysician John McTaggart
Ellis McTaggart (1866-1925). The text was largely written by the
prominent political scientist Goldsworthy Lowes Dickinson
(1862-1932), a close friend of the subject. Abundant material from
McTaggart's memoirs, letters and other writings is included, with
earlier chapters covering more personal areas and later ones
focusing on his philosophical approach. Ilustrative figures and
notes are also included. This book will be of value to anyone with
an interest in McTaggart, metaphysics and British idealism.
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