Carus, Paul, 1852–1919, American philosopher, born and educated
in Germany. For many years he was editor of the Open Court and
the Monist, periodicals devoted to philosophy and religion. His
philosophy was monistic, seeking to establish religion on a
scientific basis. Among his many works were Fundamental Problems
(1889), The Religion of Science (1893), The Gospel of Buddha
(1900), The History of the Devil (1900), and The Principle of
Relativity (1913). See more Encyclopedia articles on:
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