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AN ORATION, DELIVERED BEFORE THE AMERICAN PHILOSOPHICAL SOCI IBD

NABU PRESS
09 / 2011
9781246486964
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This is a reproduction of 'An Oration, Delivered Before The American Philosophical Society, Held In Philadelphia On The 27th Of February, 1786,' by Benjamin Rush. In this oration, Rush explores the influence of physical causes upon the moral faculty. A significant historical document reflecting Enlightenment-era thought in America, it provides insights into the philosophical and scientific discourse of the late 18th century.Benjamin Rush (1746-1813) was a physician, writer, and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. He was a signatory to the Declaration of Independence and a prominent figure in Philadelphia?s intellectual circles. This oration offers valuable perspectives on the intersection of science, philosophy, and morality during a formative period in American history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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