One of the aims of Studi lockiani is to draw attention to the most relevant publications in the panorama of Locke studies that have recently appeared. Without a doubt, Jolley’s book is one of these works. The author explores some of the most controversial aspects in Locke’s thought, including his views on the materiality/ immateriality of the soul, the idea of substance, the thinking matter hypothesis, and personal identity. Here I shall mention some aspects of Jolley’s treatment of these issues, which I believe may greatly enhance our understanding of Locke’s philosophy

Review of Nicholas Jolley, Locke’s Touchy Subjects. Materialism and Immortality

Giuliana Di Biase
2021-01-01

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One of the aims of Studi lockiani is to draw attention to the most relevant publications in the panorama of Locke studies that have recently appeared. Without a doubt, Jolley’s book is one of these works. The author explores some of the most controversial aspects in Locke’s thought, including his views on the materiality/ immateriality of the soul, the idea of substance, the thinking matter hypothesis, and personal identity. Here I shall mention some aspects of Jolley’s treatment of these issues, which I believe may greatly enhance our understanding of Locke’s philosophy
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