Overview

In A General View of Positivism French philosopher Auguste Comte (1798–1857) gives an overview of his social philosophy known as Positivism. Comte, credited with coining the term 'sociology' and one of the first to argue for it as a science, is concerned with reform, progress and the problem of social order in society. In this English edition of the work, published in 1865, he addresses the practical problems of implementing his philosophy or doctrine, as he also refers to Positivism, into society. He believes that society evolves through a series of stages that are ruled by social laws and culminate in a superior form of social life. During this reorganisation of society, which will find its greatest supporters among women and the working class, a 'new moral power' will emerge. Under the motto 'love, order and progress' Comte wishes humanism to replace organised religion as the object of spiritual worship.

ISBN-13

9781599987774

ISBN-10

1599987775

Weight

0.67 Pounds

Dimensions

5.50 x 0.60 x 8.49 In

List Price

$12.50

Format

Paperback

Language

English

Pages

232 pages

Publisher

Samhain Publishing

Published On

2008-05-01



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