The Edinburgh Phrenology Debate: 1803–1828
- 1 May 1975
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Annals of Science
- Vol. 32 (3) , 195-218
- https://doi.org/10.1080/00033797500200251
Abstract
In the late 1810s and 1820s the Edinburgh phrenologists were largely concerned with trying to establish phrenology as the true science of mind. They challenged the accepted theories about the nature of mind and the brain; in turn, phrenology was attacked by the proponents of Scottish common-sense philosophy and by some medical men. The ensuing debate, which is discussed as an example of conflict between incommensurable world-views, involved a wide range of contentious theological, philosophical, scientific and methodological issues.Keywords
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