PHL 2050 - American Philosophy

Institution:

Manhattanville College

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Description:

This course will focus on the development of Pragmatism in America, a new philosophy for a new land. Beginning with the Puritan heritage and the Transcendental movement, readings from Jonathan Edwards, R. W. Emerson, C.S. Pierce, Wm. James, O.W. Holmes, Josiah Royce, John Dewey, George Santayana and A.N. Whitehead will be examined. In addition, essays by contemporary American philosophers will be read. (Fall)

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.manhattanville.edu

Phone Number:

(914) 694-2200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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