The Danger of Superficial Knowledge: An Introductory Lecture to the Course of Natural Philosophy in the University of Edinburgh (1849)

""The Danger of Superficial Knowledge"" is a book written by James David Forbes in 1849. It is an introductory lecture that was given at the University of Edinburgh as part of the course on natural philosophy. The book explores the concept of superficial knowledge and its dangers. Forbes argues that superficial knowledge can lead to erroneous conclusions and can hinder scientific progress. He emphasizes the importance of a deep understanding of the subject matter and the need for rigorous scientific inquiry. The book also discusses the history of natural philosophy and its evolution into modern science. Overall, ""The Danger of Superficial Knowledge"" is a thought-provoking book that highlights the importance of critical thinking and deep understanding in scientific inquiry.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.