The Monist, Vol. 1, 1890-1891 : $b A quarterly magazine

A trove of late‑Victorian thought, this volume gathers a wide‑ranging set of essays that probe the boundaries between science and philosophy. Readers will wander through investigations of human physiognomy, early theories of evolution, and the nascent ideas of psychology, each piece reflecting the restless curiosity of its time. The collection opens with discussions on the nature of the mind, the measurement of sensations, and the moral criteria that underpin objective reality, inviting listeners to consider questions that still echo in today’s debates.

Contributions come from a who’s‑who of turn‑of‑the‑century scholars—figures such as William James, Ernst Mach, and Charles Peirce—offering perspectives on topics as varied as criminal anthropology, the mechanics of perception, and the philosophical underpinnings of ethics. Whether contemplating the “immortality of infusoria” or debating the duality of consciousness, the essays balance rigorous argument with a sense of wonder, making a compelling auditory journey for anyone eager to explore the intellectual currents that shaped modern thought.