Pragmatism and Its Critics

By Addison Webster Moore

Book Overview

""Pragmatism and Its Critics"" is a comprehensive book written by Addison Webster Moore that delves into the history, philosophy, and criticism of pragmatism. Pragmatism is a philosophical movement that emerged in the late 19th century in America, and it emphasizes practicality, experience, and experimentation as the basis for knowledge and truth. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the works of the major pragmatist philosophers, including Charles Sanders Peirce, William James, and John Dewey, and their contributions to the development of the pragmatist movement. Moore also examines the criticisms of pragmatism, including those of Bertrand Russell, G.E. Moore, and C.I. Lewis, and evaluates their arguments against the pragmatist approach. The book explores the debates between pragmatism and other philosophical schools, such as logical positivism and analytic philosophy, and discusses the impact of pragmatism on various fields, including ethics, politics, and education. Overall, ""Pragmatism and Its Critics"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy, the pragmatist movement, and the ongoing debates surrounding the nature of truth and knowledge. It provides a balanced and insightful analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of pragmatism, and offers a nuanced understanding of its contributions to contemporary philosophy.1910. A compilation of the author's lectures on The Origin and Meaning of Pragmatism, delivered at the University of Chicago. Originally developed by Charles S. Peirce and William James, Pragmatism is distinguished by the doctrine that the meaning of an idea or a proposition lies in its observable practical consequences. Contents: The Issue; The Rise of Absolutism; Some Difficulties; The Rise of Pragmatism; How Ideas Work; Truth-Value; Pragmatism and Its Critics; The Pragmatic Universal; Professor Perry on Pragmatism; Pragmatism and Solipsism; The Social Character of Habit and Attention; and The Ethical Aspect.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: 1417910453
• ISBN13: 9781417910458
• Release Date: April 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.2" x 9.0"