PHI 322 - American Philosophy

Institution:

Adelphi University

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Description:

3 credits An historical study of major American philosophical themes, such as puritanism, deism, transcendentalism, idealism, pragmatism, and naturalism. International influences on American philosophy as well as American contributions to international thought are examined. Representative thinkers considered include Jonathan Edwards, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Emerson, Thoreau, Chauncey Wright, Josiah Royce, C. S. Peirce, William James, John Dewey, and Santayana.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

WWW.ADELPHI.EDU

Phone Number:

(516) 877-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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