Principles Of Nature : Or A Development Of The Moral Causes Of Happiness And Misery Among The Human Species (1823)
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""Principles of Nature"" is a philosophical work written by Elihu Palmer in 1823. The book explores the moral causes of happiness and misery among the human species. Palmer argues that happiness is the result of living in accordance with the laws of nature, while misery is the consequence of violating those laws. He examines the role of reason, morality, and religion in promoting happiness and preventing misery. Palmer also discusses the importance of education, social institutions, and government in creating a society that fosters human flourishing. Throughout the book, Palmer draws on examples from history, literature, and personal experience to illustrate his arguments. ""Principles of Nature"" is a thought-provoking and insightful work that continues to be relevant to contemporary discussions of ethics, morality, and human happiness.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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- ISBN-13: 9781120020727
- ISBN-10: 1120020727
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: August 2009
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.45 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.64 pounds
- Page Count: 212
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