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R. F. Alfred Hoernlé’s Studies in Contemporary Metaphysics (1920) offers an insightful examination of major metaphysical problems as discussed in early twentieth-century philosophy. The book explores fundamental issues such as reality, experience, knowledge, and the relationship between mind and matter, engaging with the ideas of leading philosophers of the time. Hoernlé combines analytical precision with a balanced evaluation of idealism, realism, and pragmatism, aiming to reconcile speculative thought with scientific understanding. Written in a lucid and thoughtful style, this work remains an important contribution to modern metaphysical inquiry and a valuable resource for students and scholars of philosophy.