Publisher's Synopsis
Fate and Freedom is a philosophical book written by Henry Norris Russell. The book explores the concepts of fate and freedom and their relationship to each other. Russell argues that fate and freedom are not mutually exclusive but rather complementary. He suggests that individuals have the power to shape their own destiny while also being subject to external forces beyond their control.The book is divided into two parts. The first part discusses the concept of fate and its various interpretations throughout history. Russell examines the role of fate in ancient Greek and Roman mythology, as well as in the works of philosophers such as Aristotle and Spinoza.The second part of the book focuses on the concept of freedom and its relationship to fate. Russell argues that freedom is not absolute but rather exists within the context of fate. He suggests that individuals have the ability to make choices and shape their own destiny, but that these choices are still subject to external forces beyond their control.Throughout the book, Russell draws on a range of philosophical and literary sources to support his arguments. He also provides examples from history and literature to illustrate the complex relationship between fate and freedom.Overall, Fate and Freedom is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of two fundamental concepts in philosophy. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the nature of human existence and the role of fate and freedom in shaping our lives.From The Terry Lectures On Religion In The Light Of Science And Philosophy, Given In 1925.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
