The Ends of Philosophy
Download or Read eBook The Ends of Philosophy PDF written by Lawrence E. Cahoone and published by Wiley-Blackwell. This book was released on 2002-04-08 with total page 436 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
Author | : Lawrence E. Cahoone |
Publisher | : Wiley-Blackwell |
Total Pages | : 436 |
Release | : 2002-04-08 |
ISBN-10 | : 0631234055 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780631234050 |
Rating | : 4/5 (55 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Ends of Philosophy by : Lawrence E. Cahoone
Book excerpt: This book engages the confrontation between the foundationalist aims of traditional philosophy, the postmodern critique, and the pragmatic attempt to maintain a form of non-foundational inquiry. Through readings of the work of Peirde, Nietzsche, Wittgenstein, Buchler, Derrida, Rorty, and others, the author examines the nature and scope of philosophically relevant knowledge. Ambitious and important work, by a respected philosopher. Presents a clear and thoughtful analysis of key philosophical traditions. Examines the nature and scope of philosophically relevant knowledge.