In "Animal Life and Intelligence," C. Lloyd Morgan rigorously explores the cognitive and emotional lives of non-human species through an empirical lens. This groundbreaking work blends observational studies with a philosophical inquiry into animal behavior, highlighting Morgan's principle of parsimony—his assertion that animal actions should be interpreted with the simplest explanations first. The book's lyrical prose often transcends mere scientific analysis, situating animal intelligence...

In "Animal Behaviour," C. Lloyd Morgan meticulously examines the psychological processes underlying animal actions, intertwining observations with a philosophical inquiry into the nature of instinct and learning. Written during a pivotal time in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Morgan's work employs an empirical approach that anticipated the advent of behaviorism, distinguishing itself with its clear, accessible prose and an emphasis on observational accuracy. His pioneering 'canon ...

"Animal Behaviour" by C. Lloyd Morgan is a seminal work that explores the intricacies of animal instincts and behaviors. Morgan, a pioneering figure in comparative psychology, emphasizes the importance of observing animals in their natural environments to understand their actions. He challenges the anthropocentric views of his time, advocating for a scientific approach to studying animal behavior. Through detailed observations and analyses, he provides insights into the motivations behind ...

In "Animal Life and Intelligence," C. Lloyd Morgan delves into the complexities of animal behavior and cognitive capabilities, challenging the notions of instinct solely defining animal life. Morgan employs a rigorous observational approach, blending philosophical inquiry with empirical evidence, creating a narrative that is both accessible and profoundly insightful. He articulates a unique perspective that emphasizes the continuity of mind across species, reflecting on evolutionary theory...

Delve into the foundations of modern scientific thought with Spencer's Philosophy of Science by C. Lloyd Morgan. This Book provides a thorough exploration of Herbert Spencer’s ideas, examining the principles, methods, and philosophical underpinnings that shape scientific inquiry and understanding.C. Lloyd Morgan guides listeners through Spencer’s comprehensive approach to science, highlighting the connections between observation, t...

Spencer's Philosophy of Science by C. Lloyd Morgan explores the intricate relationship between scientific inquiry and philosophical thought. Morgan delves into the evolution of scientific ideas, emphasizing how philosophical frameworks shape our understanding of scientific principles. He argues that science is not merely a collection of facts but a dynamic process influenced by philosophical perspectives. This work encourages readers to consider the implications of scientific discoveries o...

We commonly use the word “behaviour” with a wide range of meaning. We speak of the behaviour of troops in the field, of the prisoner at the bar, of a dandy in the ball-room. But the chemist and the physicist often speak of the behaviour of atoms and molecules, or that of a gas under changing conditions of temperature and pressure. The geologist tells us that a glacier behaves in many respects like a river, and discusses how the crust of the earth behaves under the stresses to which it is s...

A critical discussion of Herbert Spencer’s scientific philosophy, addressing evolution, method, and knowledge.

We commonly use the word "behaviour" with a wide range of meaning. We speak of the behaviour of troops in the field, of the prisoner at the bar, of a dandy in the ball-room. But the chemist and the physicist often speak of the behaviour of atoms and molecules, or that of a gas under changing conditions of temperature and pressure. The geologist tells us that a glacier behaves in many respects like a river, and discusses how the crust of the earth behaves under the stresses to which it is s...

In the summer of 1910 a symposium on the subject of Instinct and Intelligence was held in London at a joint meeting of the Aristotelian and British Psychological Societies and of the Mind association. Considerable interest in the discussion was shown both in the room in which we met and beyond its walls. The papers then taken as read, and subsequently published in the "British Journal of Psychology," disclose not a little divergence in the sense in which the terms instinctive and ...

Conwy Lloyd Morgan was a British ethologist and psychologist. He is remembered for his theory of emergent evolution, and for the experimental approach to animal psychology now known as Morgan's canon, a specialised form of Occam's razor which played a role in behaviourism, insisting that higher mental faculties should only be considered as explanations if lower faculties could not explain a behaviour.

A fascinating series of lectures given at the university of St. Andrews in 1922. The lectures cover the topics of mental and no-mental emergence, relatedness, reference, memory, images, towards, reality and causation and causality. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.