Anti-Pragmatism: An Examination Into the Respective Rights of Intellectual Aristocracy and Social Democracy (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Albert Schinz

9780484201834: Anti-Pragmatism: An Examination Into the Respective Rights of Intellectual Aristocracy and Social Democracy (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0484201832 ISBN 13: 9780484201834

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Challenging pragmatism with a clear, historical critique.

This edition presents a rigorous examination of pragmatism and its rivals, asking what philosophy owes science and how ideas shape democracy and society.

The work surveys the evolution of thought from scholasticism to modern pragmatism, arguing that philosophy should guide science rather than simply reflect current popular trends. It frames pragmatism as a state of mind in our times and shows how earlier thinkers balanced reason, morality, and social order.

Readers will encounter a historical narrative that connects Descartes, Pascal, Kant, and Comte with contemporary debates. The author emphasizes the role of philosophy in resolving conflicts between different scientific views and in bridging disciplines, from law to psychology.

A historical arc that explains how modern pragmatism emerged and why it matters.
Clear arguments for why philosophy should supervise scientific inquiry and public discourse.
Connections between major philosophers and the practical concerns of democracy and society.
Critiques aimed at making sense of pragmatism without sacrificing intellectual rigor.

Ideal for readers of philosophy and critical thinking who want a thoughtful framework for evaluating ideas in science, politics, and culture.

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