Publisher's Synopsis
Lessing's Education of the Human Race is a philosophical treatise written by German writer and philosopher Gotthold Ephraim Lessing in 1780. In this book, Lessing argues that humanity has been gradually progressing towards a greater understanding of truth and morality throughout history, and that this progress is essential for the development of a truly enlightened society.Lessing's argument is based on the idea that each generation builds upon the knowledge and wisdom of the previous one, and that this process of accumulation leads to a gradual improvement in human understanding. He also emphasizes the importance of individual freedom and autonomy in this process, arguing that individuals must be free to explore and question established beliefs in order to contribute to the collective progress of humanity.John Dearling Haney's 1908 translation of Lessing's Education of the Human Race provides an accessible English-language version of this important philosophical work. Haney's translation includes a detailed introduction that provides historical context and explains the significance of Lessing's ideas for contemporary readers.Overall, Lessing's Education of the Human Race is a thought-provoking and insightful work that continues to be relevant to modern discussions about the nature of progress, knowledge, and human enlightenment.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.
