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Southey, Robert
1774
1843
Warter, John Wood
1806
1878
Oldacre, Cedric
Old vicar
The doctor, &c., vol. 6 (of 7)
The doctor, etc., vol. 6 (of 7)
$aLondon :$bLongman, Rees, Orme, Brown, Green and Longman, $c1834.
Ron Swanson
"The Doctor, &c., vol. 6 (of 7)" by Robert Southey is a historical and philosophical work written in the mid-19th century. This volume appears to be a continuation of a larger narrative that engages with various forms of speculation, including discussions on life, death, and immortality, as well as reflections on names and their significance. The text touches on themes of life’s meaning and the nature of existence, pointing to influential figures and philosophical ideas along the way. The opening of this volume features an intricate preamble and a meditative discourse, primarily focusing on the philosophical notions of death and immortality. The narrative introduces Sir Kenelm Digby engaging in dialogue with philosopher Descartes, who contemplates the potential for prolonging life. The text reflects on various historical and speculative thoughts, weaving through opinions from Biblical interpretation to personal reflections by the character identified as "the Doctor." As the chapter progresses, the character examines a multitude of connections to the letter "D," suggesting a deep reverence for language and its layered meanings. Overall, the beginning emphasizes a blend of historical narration, philosophical inquiry, and personal musings that set the stage for the themes explored throughout the volume. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/b29325055_0001
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Reading ease score: 58.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Category: Essays, Letters & Speeches
Category: Philosophy & Ethics
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