The Origin of Human Reason: Being an Examination of Recent Hypotheses Concerning It (1889)

The Origin of Human Reason is a book written by St. George Mivart in 1889. In this book, Mivart examines recent hypotheses concerning the origin of human reason. He explores various theories that attempt to explain the evolution of human intelligence and reasoning abilities, including the idea that reason is a product of natural selection and the belief that it is a divine gift bestowed upon humanity by a higher power.Mivart's examination is thorough and detailed, drawing on a wide range of scientific and philosophical sources to support his arguments. He also considers the implications of these theories for our understanding of human nature, morality, and the purpose of life.Overall, The Origin of Human Reason is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of one of the most fundamental questions of human existence. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of scientific and philosophical thought on the subject and provides valuable insights into the nature of reason and its place in the human experience.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.