Free Discussion of the Doctrines of Materialism and Philosophical Necessity

Set in 1778, the book features a correspondence between Dr. Price and Dr. Priestley, addressing a significant intellectual controversy of the time. An introduction provides context for their debate, along with letters responding to critiques of Priestley’s works on matter, spirit, and necessity. The volume is a rare reproduction of historical texts, with some pages potentially difficult to read due to age and condition, and it is presented in Old English, offering a glimpse into Enlightenment-era thought.