THAT A PHILOSOPHER OUGHT CHIEFLY TO CONVERSE WITH GREAT MEN.

By Knightly Chetwood.

Instruction in philosophy not to be denied to men of quality, 368.

The true idea of philosophy, 369. If useful to any, it may be

especially useful to men who lead and govern, 370. Absurdity of the

contrary supposition, 371. Great value of true philosophy, 372.

Reputation valuable to a philosopher as a means of usefulness, 373. A

philosopher will delight in giving his instructions where they will

have the widest influence, 374, 375. Even an ordinary mechanic would

be pleased if he knew his machine would be put to a noble use, 376.

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