Episode 56
The Soldier Philosopher: Adam Ferguson
Portraits of Liberty · Libertarianism.org
March 28, 202415m 35s
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Show Notes
Born between the Scottish Lowlands and Highlands, Ferguson made a name for himself writing philosophical history, an early precursor to sociology. In his famous work, An Essay on The History of Civil Society, Ferguson explained how civilization is refined over many generations as society evolves to deal with ever-increasing complexity.
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