The English works of Thomas Hobbes of Malmesbury, Volume 01 (of 11)

"The English Works of Thomas Hobbes of Malmesbury, Volume 01 (of 11)" by Thomas Hobbes is a collection of writings focused on natural philosophy, logic, and metaphysics, created in the 19th century. It is a collection of Hobbes' core philosophical views, highlighting his role as an innovative philosophical voice. The compilation starts with notes from a transcriber and a dedication from Sir William Molesworth, who emphasizes the importance of making Hobbes’s work available to a wider audience. Hobbes' preface shares his goal of clarifying and organizing philosophy, which he feels has been confused by unfounded ideas. He stresses rational thinking and logical approaches, framing philosophy as a way to find clarity and truth when trying to understand both the world and human behavior, organized with sections containing a discussion of philosophy, definitions, and how to create a philosophical structure.