Modern French Philosophy: A Study of the Development Since Comte

Modern French Philosophy: A Study of the Development Since Comte, written by John Alexander Gunn and first published in 1922, provides a scholarly examination of French philosophical evolution from the mid-19th century to 1921. The book contextualizes philosophical thought within historical events, discussing key themes such as science, freedom, progress, ethics, and religion. It highlights the influence of significant thinkers like Maine de Biran and the impact of the French Revolution on philosophical discourse, emphasizing the tension between traditionalism and radical innovation in modern French philosophy.