The Metaphysics of Pragmatism - Couverture rigide

Hook PH D, Dr Sidney

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 143667915X ISBN 13 : 9781436679152

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing, 2008

Synopsis

The Metaphysics of Pragmatism is a philosophical book written by Sidney Hook. The book explores the concept of pragmatism as a philosophical movement and its implications for metaphysics. It delves into the relationship between language and reality, the role of experience in shaping our understanding of the world, and the nature of truth and knowledge. Hook argues that pragmatism offers a unique perspective on metaphysics, one that emphasizes the practical consequences of our beliefs and actions. He also examines the contributions of other philosophers to the development of pragmatism, including William James, John Dewey, and C.S. Peirce. The book is a comprehensive analysis of pragmatism and its relevance to contemporary philosophical debates. It is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers interested in philosophy.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.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Since its inception pragmatism has been criticized as anti-metaphysical, its focus on scientific method and critical inquiry viewed as undermining one of the very foundations of traditional philosophy. Here, Sidney Hook begins his distinguished philosophical career by juxtaposing these terms to show that the pragmatic method cannot begin to help us solve human problems without holding to a particular view of how the world is arranged both physically and conceptually. But this does not imply that pragmatism holds to a traditional, rigid metaphysic; rather, it has an interactive dimension in which human problems are viewed as contingent upon the ways we structure our questions and design methods for finding solutions, both of which can change - and the implied metaphysic evolve - as inquiry uncovers new information about ourselves and the world.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2008
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 143667915X
• ISBN 13: 9781436679152
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 156
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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