
A Natural History of Pragmatism: The Fact Of Feeling From Jonathan Edwards To Gertrude Stein
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Format
Paperback
Pages
346
Language
English
Published
Dec 21, 2006
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
ISBN-10
0521694507
ISBN-13
9780521694506
Description
Joan Richardson delves into the evolution of pragmatism, tracing its roots from the philosophical ideas of Jonathan Edwards to the literary innovations of Gertrude Stein. Through her exploration, she illuminates how feelings and emotions have shaped pragmatic thought, allowing readers to understand the deep connections between philosophy and literature.
This insightful narrative reveals the intricate interplay between individual experience and broader social contexts, showing how the unmistakable human element has influenced philosophical discourse. Richardson's work encourages a reexamination of traditional narratives, offering a fresh perspective that connects historical figures across time and discipline in meaningful ways.
This insightful narrative reveals the intricate interplay between individual experience and broader social contexts, showing how the unmistakable human element has influenced philosophical discourse. Richardson's work encourages a reexamination of traditional narratives, offering a fresh perspective that connects historical figures across time and discipline in meaningful ways.
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