The Encyclopedia of American Philosophy provides coverage of the
major figures, concepts, historical periods and traditions in
American philosophical thought. Containing over 600 entries written
by scholars who are experts in the field, this Encyclopedia is the
first of its kind. It is a scholarly reference work that is
accessible to the ordinary reader by explaining complex ideas in
simple terms and providing ample cross-references to facilitate
further study. The Encyclopedia of American Philosophy contains a
thorough analytical index and will serve as a standard,
comprehensive reference work for universities and colleges.
Topics covered include:
Great philosophers: Emerson, Dewey, James, Royce, Peirce,
Santayana
Subjects: Pragmatism, Progress, the Future, Knowledge,
Democracy, Growth, Truth
Influences on American Philosophy: Hegel, Aristotle, Plato,
British Enlightenment, Reformation
Self-Assessments: Joe Margolis, Donald Davidson, Susan Haack,
Peter Hare, John McDermott, Stanley Cavell
Ethics: Value, Pleasure, Happiness, Duty, Judgment, Growth
Political Philosophy: Declaration of Independence, Democracy,
Freedom, Liberalism, Community, Identity
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