| Author |
Kant, Immanuel, 1724-1804 |
| Title |
Träume eines Geistersehers, erläutert durch Träume der Metaphysik
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 58.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Träume eines Geistersehers, erläutert durch Träume der Metaphysik" by Immanuel Kant is a philosophical treatise written in the mid-18th century. The work explores the concept of spirits and the metaphysical implications surrounding the belief in their existence. Kant delves into the nature of spirits, examining how they can be understood through philosophical inquiry, often challenging common beliefs and interpretations. At the start of this philosophical examination, the author reflects on the prevalence of ghost stories and the varying degrees of belief in spirits. He introduces the complexities of defining what a "spirit" is, suggesting that many misunderstandings stem from ambiguous language and concepts. Kant emphasizes the need for a rigorous philosophical approach to evaluate the evidence and implications of ghostly encounters. Within this framework, he navigates through the interplay of belief, skepticism, and metaphysical curiosity, setting the stage for a deeper investigation into the mind's perception of spirit-related phenomena. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
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| Subject |
Spiritualism
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| Subject |
Metaphysics
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| Subject |
Swedenborg, Emanuel, 1688-1772
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
36076 |
| Release Date |
May 10, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 16, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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