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Herbert Spencer: Legacies

Reassessing the Influence of a Victorian Polymath

Michael Taylor editor Mark Francis editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:30th May '14

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A deep exploration of Herbert Spencer's influence on various disciplines, this book offers critical insights into his lasting legacy and intellectual contributions.

The book Herbert Spencer: Legacies delves into the profound influence of the Victorian polymath Herbert Spencer across various fields. A collection of essays from diverse scholars, it presents a comprehensive analysis of Spencer's intricate ideas and their relevance to the intellectual milieu of the late Victorian and Edwardian eras. The contributors assess how Spencer's work has shaped disciplines such as sociology, anthropology, psychology, biology, and ecology, providing a multifaceted understanding of his legacy.

Throughout Herbert Spencer: Legacies, the authors engage in a critical re-evaluation of Spencer's impact on contemporary thought. They explore his relationships with key figures in science and philosophy, revealing the extent to which his theories have permeated various academic domains. This examination not only highlights Spencer's contributions but also situates them within the broader context of Victorian and Edwardian intellectual culture.

This book is essential for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the evolution of ideas during this transformative period. By bringing together a range of perspectives, Herbert Spencer: Legacies offers valuable insights into the lasting effects of Spencer's work and its significance in shaping modern thought.

A CHOICE Outstanding Academic Title, 2015

'The contributions in this essential addition to scholarly collections are insightful critiques of Spencer’s thought, influence, and connections to the contemporary world. ... Each author introduces a different aspect of Spencer’s thought, puts it into late-19th-through early-20th-century context, identifies its contemporary influence, and suggests its ongoing relevance. Spencer scholars will find things with which to quibble, but overall this is the best and most comprehensive consideration of Spencer’s place and influence in the broad history of ideas since 1900. Summing Up: Essential.' - C. R. Versen, CHOICE

ISBN: 9781844655878

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 690g

284 pages