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Exploring the intersection of philosophy and psychology, the book critiques phrenology through the lens of Alexander Bain's empirical approach. Bain, a Scottish philosopher, examines various aspects of character, including propensities, sentiments, and intellectual faculties, while challenging the claims of phrenology. His work reflects on natural activity, emotional temperament, and the distinctions between talent and genius. Written during his tenure at Aberdeen, this analysis contributes significantly to the understanding of character and the foundations of scientific psychology.
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On the Study of Character Including An Estimate of Phrenology, Alexander Bain
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- Title
- On the Study of Character Including An Estimate of Phrenology
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Alexander Bain
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Publisher
- 2004
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 364
- ISBN13
- 9781432615093
- Category
- Philosophy
- Description
- Exploring the intersection of philosophy and psychology, the book critiques phrenology through the lens of Alexander Bain's empirical approach. Bain, a Scottish philosopher, examines various aspects of character, including propensities, sentiments, and intellectual faculties, while challenging the claims of phrenology. His work reflects on natural activity, emotional temperament, and the distinctions between talent and genius. Written during his tenure at Aberdeen, this analysis contributes significantly to the understanding of character and the foundations of scientific psychology.