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First and Fundamental Truths: Being a Treatise on Metaphysics is a book written by James McCosh and originally published in 1889. The book is a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental principles of metaphysics, which is the branch of philosophy concerned with the nature of reality and existence. McCosh's work is divided into three main parts. The first part deals with the nature of knowledge and the various ways in which we acquire it. The second part of the book explores the nature of reality and existence, including the concepts of substance, causation, and identity. The third and final part of the book focuses on the relationship between the mind and the physical world, including the nature of perception and the role of consciousness in shaping our understanding of reality.Throughout the book, McCosh draws on a variety of philosophical traditions, including the works of Aristotle, Descartes, and Kant, to develop his own unique perspective on the nature of reality and existence. He also engages with contemporary debates in metaphysics, including the nature of time and space, the relationship between mind and body, and the existence of free will.Overall, First and Fundamental Truths is a classic work of metaphysics that offers a comprehensive and insightful exploration of some of the most fundamental questions about the nature of reality and existence.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.