Genre:

Regular Feature, Abstract

Publications abstracted:

Spencer 1893–96 Watkins 1896

Subjects:

Sociology, Philosophy, Ancient Authorities, Natural History

    Declares that for many 'the conclusion of Mr. Spencer's life-work will be the most important literary production of the year'. Indeed, his System of Synthetic Philosophy 'has left its mark on its century, and its influence will continue, to whatever degree the conclusions of the Philosophy are accepted in centuries to come, just as long as earnest, reverent, and adequately-equipped research have use and honour among us' (560).