Positivism: A Lecture (1871) is a book written by William Jackson, which delves into the philosophical concept of positivism. The lecture discusses the origins of positivism, its key principles, and its implications for society. Jackson argues that positivism is a scientific approach to understanding the world, whereby knowledge is based on empirical evidence and logical reasoning. He also explores the role of positivism in shaping social and political institutions, and how it can be used to promote social progress and improve human well-being. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in philosophy, sociology, and the history of ideas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.