In this influential work of philosophy, Sir William Hamilton presents his ideas on metaphysics, ethics, and logic. Hamilton's view that moral principles are intrinsic and that reason is limited in its ability to understand the world challenged the prevailing ideas of his time. This book is a landmark in the history of philosophy and a must-read for anyone interested in the nature of reality and human knowledge.

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