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by William James (Author)
""The Present Dilemma in Philosophy"" is a collection of essays and lectures by the renowned American philosopher and psychologist, William James. The book explores the challenges and uncertainties facing philosophy in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, as scientific discoveries and technological advancements challenged traditional philosophical ideas. James discusses topics such as the nature of reality, the relationship between mind and body, and the limits of human knowledge. He also explores the role of religion and spirituality in philosophy, and how they can be reconciled with scientific inquiry. Throughout the book, James emphasizes the importance of pragmatism, a philosophical approach that emphasizes the practical consequences of ideas and the importance of experimentation and experience. ""The Present Dilemma in Philosophy"" is a thought-provoking and insightful work that remains relevant to contemporary philosophical debates.THIS 46 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Pragmatism: A New Name for Some Old Ways of Thinking, by William James. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766173461.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.
