The Cambridge Companion to William James
Putnam, Ruth Anna (Editor)
ISBN 10: 0521459060 ISBN 13: 9780521459068
Published by Cambridge University Press, New York, 1997
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William James (1842-1910) was both a philosopher and a psychologist, nowadays most closely associated with the pragmatic theory of truth. The essays in this Companion deal with the full range of his thought, including technical philosophical issues, religious speculation, moral philosophy and political controversies of his time. New readers and nonspecialists will find this the most convenient and accessible guide to James currently available. Advanced students and specialists will find a conspectus of recent developments in the interpretation of James.
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"...a very useful collection of essays by some of the leading American and British philosophers, historians, literary critics, theologians and psychologists." L.B. McHenry, Choice
"All these essays...are lively and insightful. This is a volume which will be immensely helpful to both specialists and nonspecialists alike." Walter Ludwig, Review of Metaphysics
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Title: The Cambridge Companion to William James
Publisher: Cambridge University Press, New York
Publication Date: 1997
Binding: Trade paperback
Condition: Fine. excellent condition,