Philosophy 258 - Classical and Contemporary American Pragmatism

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Grinnell College

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A study of the major figures in classical and contemporary American pragmatism. Topics included for consideration are: what is the pragmatic method?; how does it engage traditional philosophical questions?; and what is its relation to other key philosophical approaches, such as logical positivism and realism? Readings may include selections from Peirce, James, Dewey, Mead, C.I. Lewis, Carnap, Ayer, Quine, Davidson, Rorty, Putnam, and Nagel. Prerequisite: Philosophy 111 or permission of instructor. FENNELL.

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4.00

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www.grinnell.edu

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(641) 269-4000

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North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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