An Examination of Dr. Reid's Inquiry into the Human Mind on the Principles of Common Sense, Dr. Beattie's Essay on the Nature and Immutability of Truth, and Dr. Oswald's Appeal to Common Sense in Behalf of Religion.

lxi, [3], 369, [5] pp. A collection of responses to contemporary on religious and philosophical issues by the 18th century theologian and chemist credited with the discovery of oxygen and several other gases, the invention of soda water, and known for his writings on topics such as electricity, grammar, history, and religion. His philosophical writings were also a key source for the development of Utilitarianism. His support of the French Revolution necessitated his relocation to London and then Pennsylvania.