Our Knowledge of the External World: As a Field for Scientific Method in Philosophy

Published in 1914, 'Our Knowledge of the External World' is a collection of lectures by philosopher Bertrand Russell. In this work, Russell examines the relationship between sensory data and physical concepts such as space, time, and matter, employing logical analysis to clarify philosophical inquiries. This book is notable for its attempt to apply the methods of late 19th-century thinkers to the philosophy of physics, aiming to bring a new clarity to philosophical discussions. Russell's insights contributed significantly to the philosophy of mathematics and the broader field of philosophy.