International Congress of Arts and Science, Volume 1 Philosophy and Metaphysics

At the heart of Columbia’s historic campus stands a gilded bronze figure of Alma Mater, a silent witness to the gathering of some of the era’s sharpest minds. This volume captures the spirit of that moment, recording the opening addresses and the intellectual fervor that filled the lecture halls of the International Congress of Arts and Science. Listeners are welcomed into a world where art, philosophy, and emerging scientific thought converge under a shared banner of curiosity.

The collection presents a curated series of lectures by leading scholars of the early twentieth century, ranging from the evolution of nineteenth‑century philosophy to the intricate ties between metaphysics and the natural sciences. Essays on the philosophy of religion, logic, and the methodology of science unfold with clarity, offering insight into the debates that shaped modern thought. For anyone fascinated by the foundations of contemporary intellectual history, these talks provide a vivid snapshot of a pivotal, collaborative moment in academic life.