American Philosophy: The Early Schools

By Isaac Woodbridge Riley

Book Overview

American Philosophy: The Early Schools is a comprehensive book written by I. Woodbridge Riley that explores the development of philosophy in the United States during its formative years. The book covers the period from the late 18th century to the mid-19th century, a time when American philosophy was beginning to emerge as a distinct field of study.Riley provides an in-depth analysis of the early schools of American philosophy, including the Transcendentalists, the Pragmatists, and the Idealists. He examines the ideas and theories of prominent figures such as Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, William James, and Josiah Royce, among others.The author also explores the social, cultural, and political factors that contributed to the development of American philosophy during this period. He discusses the impact of the Enlightenment, the rise of democracy, and the influence of European philosophical traditions on American thought.Overall, American Philosophy: The Early Schools is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American philosophy and its roots in the nation's intellectual and cultural history. It offers a detailed and insightful look at the ideas and thinkers that shaped the early stages of this important field.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163639958
• ISBN13: 9781163639955
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 604 Pages
• Weight: 1.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"