An Essay on Capacity and Genius

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Remarks on Condition : No dustjacket, In good condition, Inscription on front page

An Essay on Capacity and Genius is a controversial and provocative work by an anonymous author, published by W. Simpkin & R. Marshall in London in 1823. The book contains 537 pages of arguments and evidence to support the thesis that there is no inherent difference in intellectual ability between humans, and that genius is not a natural gift but a product of environmental factors. The book also includes an inquiry into the nature of ghosts and other supernatural phenomena, challenging the popular beliefs and superstitions of the time. The book is a rare and curious example of early psychology and philosophy. Additional remarks: Tan hardcover. Damaged spine with missing piece and peeling to tail. Top spine edges chipped. Rubbing to edges and mild bumping to corners. Light foxing to a few pages otherwise content remains clean with no notes or highlights.