Publisher's Synopsis
Solomon Maimon: An Autobiography is a memoir written by Solomon Maimon, a Jewish philosopher from the late 18th century. The book chronicles Maimon's life from his early childhood in a Lithuanian village to his travels throughout Europe as a young man, where he encountered various philosophical and intellectual movements. Maimon's autobiography provides a unique perspective on the intellectual climate of the time, as he describes his interactions with prominent philosophers such as Immanuel Kant and Moses Mendelssohn. He also discusses his struggles with poverty and his attempts to reconcile his Jewish heritage with his intellectual pursuits.Throughout the book, Maimon reflects on his own philosophical development, including his rejection of the traditional Jewish faith and his embrace of rationalism and skepticism. He also discusses his own contributions to philosophy, including his ideas on metaphysics and epistemology.Overall, Solomon Maimon: An Autobiography offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and thoughts of one of the most important Jewish philosophers of the 18th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of philosophy or Jewish intellectual history.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.
