THE INGERSOLL LECTURE, 1914: METEMPSYCHOSIS
Book Details + Condition: Harvard University Press / Oxford University Press (London). First Edition, 1914. Hardcover with maroon boards, measuring 7.25" x 5". 84 pages. George Foot Moore's book explores the concept of metempsychosis, or the transmigration of souls, which was a prevalent belief in ancient Greek and Indian cultures. Moore examines the various philosophical and religious traditions that have embraced metempsychosis, including Pythagoreanism, Platonism, Buddhism, and Hinduism. He explores the implications of metempsychosis for ethics, morality, and the nature of the self. An unusual and uncommon work in very good condition, with firm binding; bright boards; interior is clean and free of markings.
