[Forensic dispute on thinking and the soul], undated Digital
Scope and Contents
One folio-sized leaf containing a handwritten essay responding to an unidentified opponent's claims that "thinking is essential to the soul." The response begins with the introduction, "In the consideration of this question, I shall only examine one or two of the most material objects of our antagonist." The verso is inscribed: "2d Forensic. not read."
Dates
- Creation: 1770-1773, undated
Researcher Access
The Papers of Eliphalet Pearson are open for research.
Extent
.12 cubic feet (12 folders)Creator
- From the Collection: Pearson, Eliphalet, 1752-1826 (Person)
Repository Details
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