“Many orthodox people speak as though it were the business of sceptics to disprove received dogmas rather than of dogmatists to prove them. This is, of course, a mistake.”
Quote by Bertrand Russell
Work
Last Philosophical Testament: 1943-68
This book is a compilation of the author's philosophical works, covering a significant period of intellectual development and thought. It includes various essays, lectures, and other written pieces that reflect the author's evolving philosophical ideas over the years. more
Author
Bertrand Russell
Bertrand Russell was a British philosopher, mathematician, and logician born on May 18, 1872, and died on February 2, 1970. He is known for his contributions to logic and mathematics, particularly in the fields of mathematical logic and philosophical analysis. His works spanned a wide range of subjects, including ethics, political philosophy, history, and literary criticism. more
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