First Principles of Philosophy: The Science of Perfection by Manly P. Hall. First edition, published by The Phoenix Press, Los Angeles, California, 1935, as stated on the photographed title page. The copyright page is dated May 1, 1935.
In his opening address to the reader, Hall explains that these chapters originally appeared as letters to students of mysticism, offering an informal approach to philosophy and the wisdom of the ancients.
Offers an accessible, structured guide to understanding life's fundamental truths, aiming to help individuals create a functional, ethical, and spiritual philosophy. It outlines seven key areas—metaphysics, logic, ethics, psychology, epistemology, aesthetics, and theurgy—to bridge the gap between material existence and divine wisdom.
This simple and informal approach to the study of philosophy offers a straightforward explanation and interpretation of the seven departments of philosophy: Metaphysics,
the Nature of Being and of God;
Logic, the Rule of Reason;
Ethics, the Code of Conduct;
Psychology, the Science of the Soul;
Epistemology, the Nature of Knowledge;
Esthetics, the Urge to Beauty;
and Theurgy, the Living of Wisdom.
Comprehensive index.
Condition
Visible rubbing and discoloration to the cloth binding, with wear at the spine ends, edges, and corners. Spine lettering is faded. Interior pages show age toning and scattered spotting in the photographed leaves.
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