Scepticism and animal faith : Introduction to a system of philosophy

The author opens with a candid invitation to treat philosophy as an extension of ordinary life, arguing that our most trusted instincts often out‑smart abstract systems. He contends that common‑sense judgments, though sometimes clumsily expressed, rest on solid ground and deserve a clearer, more precise articulation. In this spirit, the book sketches a modest framework that maps distinct “realms of being” without claiming to capture the whole universe.

Drawing on everyday observations, the writer critiques grand metaphysical schemes, suggesting they tend to veil rather than reveal the facts they aim to explain. Instead, he proposes a practical logic that respects the diversity of experience while remaining faithful to the underlying realities it describes. The result is an engaging guide that encourages listeners to question pretensions, sharpen their own reasoning, and discover a fresh, resilient way of thinking about truth and belief.