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At their best, both American pragmatism and utopianism are about
hope. Both encourage people to think about the future as a guide to
understanding the past and forming the present. Just as pragmatism
has often been misunderstood as valueless instrumentalism,
utopianism has been limited to dreams of a static perfect world. In
this book, Erin McKenna argues that utopian vision informed by
pragmatism results in a process model of utopia that can help form
the future based on critical intelligence. Using John Dewey's works
with feminist theory and literature, McKenna develops this
pragmatist feminist model of utopia.
Jimmy Buffett and his music have touched the lives of millions of
people around the world, spanning generations and genres. But is
Buffett's music just a good time, or is there a deeper level to it?
"Jimmy Buffett and Philosophy" shows the philosophical side of this
self-proclaimed non-philosopher's work. The articles in this book
provide an accessible approach to thinking about Buffett's music
philosophically and to thinking about philosophy from the
perspective of Jimmy Buffett's music. Along the way, questions are
raised about figures in the philosophical tradition from ancient to
contemporary -- Epicurus, Diogenes, Heidegger, Josiah Royce,
William James, John Dewey, and Judith Butler. In addition,
questions about a wide range of traditional philosophical issues,
including aesthetic theory, identity, knowledge, culture, and
being, are explored.
Pets, People, and Pragmatism examines human relationships with pets
without assuming that such relations are either benign or unnatural
and to be avoided. The book addresses a lack of respect in
pet-people relationships; for respectful relationships to be a real
possibility, however, humans must make the effort to understand the
beings with whom we live, work, and play. American pragmatism
understands that humans and other animal beings have been
interacting and transforming each other for thousands of years.
There is nothing unnatural about the human domestication of other
animal beings, though domestication does raise specific practical
and ethical questions. A pragmatist account of our relationship
with those animal beings commonly considered as pets does not
prohibit the use of these beings in research, entertainment,
competition, or work. It does, however, find abuse and neglect
unethical. Since abuse can occur in any use of other animal beings,
this pragmatist account takes up the abusive practices in research,
entertainment, competition, and work without arguing that research,
entertainment, competition, and work are inherently abusive. Some
of the sources of abuse have been addressed by utilitarian and
deontological accounts, but a pragmatist evolutionary perspective
offers unique insights and results in some surprising conclusions:
for instance, there may be an ethical obligation to let a horse
race, a dog show, or a cat compete in agility. Pets, People, and
Pragmatism embarks on a philosophical journey that will captivate
scholars and pet enthusiasts alike. It provides an important
contribution to longstanding debates in the area of animal issues
and strengthens the idea of multiple approaches to non-human
beings. It also opens space for approaches that challenge some of
the assumptions in the field of philosophy that have resulted in a
dualistic and hierarchical approach to metaphysics and ethics.
Most livestock in the United States currently live in cramped and
unhealthy confinement, have few stable social relationships with
humans or others of their species, and finish their lives by being
transported and killed under stressful conditions. In Livestock,
Erin McKenna allows us to see this situation and presents
alternatives. She interweaves stories from visits to farms,
interviews with producers and activists, and other rich material
about the current condition of livestock. In addition, she mixes
her account with pragmatist and ecofeminist theorizing about
animals, drawing in particular on John Dewey's account of
evolutionary history, and provides substantial historical
background about individual species and about human-animal
relations. This deeply informative text reveals that the animals we
commonly see as livestock have rich evolutionary histories,
species-specific behaviors, breed tendencies, and individual
variation, just as those we respect in companion animals such as
dogs, cats, and horses. To restore a similar level of respect for
livestock, McKenna examines ways we can balance the needs of our
livestock animals with the environmental and social impacts of
raising them, and she investigates new possibilities for humans to
be in relationships with other animals. This book thus offers us a
picture of healthier, more respectful relationships with livestock.
American Philosophy Past and Present offers the first historically
framed introduction to the tradition of American philosophy and it
contemporary engagement with the world.Born out of the social and
political turmoil of the Civil War, American philosophy was a means
of dealing with conflict and change. In the turbulence of the 21st
century, this remains as relevant as ever. Placing the work of
present-day American philosophers in the context of a history of
resistance through a philosophical tradition marked by a commitment
to pluralism, fallibilism and liberation, this book tells the story
of a philosophy shaped by major events that call for philosophical
reflection and illustrates the ways in which philosophy is relevant
to lived experience. The book presents a survey of the historical
development of American philosophy, as well as coverage of key
contemporary issues in America including race theory, feminism,
indigenous peoples, and environmentalism. It is the ideal
introduction to the work of the major American thinkers, past and
present, and the sheer breadth of their ideas and influence.
American Philosophy Past and Present offers the first historically
framed introduction to the tradition of American philosophy and it
contemporary engagement with the world.Born out of the social and
political turmoil of the Civil War, American philosophy was a means
of dealing with conflict and change. In the turbulence of the 21st
century, this remains as relevant as ever. Placing the work of
present-day American philosophers in the context of a history of
resistance through a philosophical tradition marked by a commitment
to pluralism, fallibilism and liberation, this book tells the story
of a philosophy shaped by major events that call for philosophical
reflection and illustrates the ways in which philosophy is relevant
to lived experience. The book presents a survey of the historical
development of American philosophy, as well as coverage of key
contemporary issues in America including race theory, feminism,
indigenous peoples, and environmentalism. It is the ideal
introduction to the work of the major American thinkers, past and
present, and the sheer breadth of their ideas and influence.
What does American pragmatism contribute to contemporary debates
about human-animal relationships? Does it acknowledge our
connections to all living things? Does it bring us closer to an
ethical treatment of all animals? What about hunting,
vegetarianism, animal experimentation, and the welfare of farm
animals? While questions about human relations with animals have
been with us for millennia, there has been a marked rise in public
awareness about animal issues even McDonald s advertises that they
use humanely treated animals as food sources. In Animal Pragmatism,
12 lively and provocative essays address concerns at the
intersection of pragmatist philosophy and animal welfare. Topics
cover a broad range of issues, including moral consideration of
animals, the ethics of animal experimentation, institutional animal
care, environmental protection of animal habitat, farm animal
welfare, animal communication, and animal morals. Readers who
interact with animals, whether as pets or on a plate, will find a
robust and fascinating exploration of human-nonhuman
relationships.
Contributors are James M. Albrecht, Douglas R. Anderson, Steven
Fesmire, Glenn Kuehn, Todd Lekan, Andrew Light, John J. McDermott,
Erin McKenna, Phillip McReynolds, Ben Minteer, Matthew Pamental,
Paul Thompson, and Jennifer Welchman."
A contemporary appraisal of the breadth, significance, and legacy
of the work of Charlene Haddock Seigfried, this book brings
together writings focused on pragmatist feminism/feminist
pragmatism, contemporary pragmatism, William James and the
reconstruction of philosophy, education and American philosophy in
the 21st century. Charlene Haddock Seigfried is a looming figure in
American thought and feminist theory who coined the phrase
'pragmatist feminist' which has become an increasingly important
concept in contemporary philosophy. Seigfried argues that
pragmatism and its rich history is a natural ally for feminism and
that the creative combination of these two traditions can pave the
way for a genuinely emancipatory feminist practice. Pragmatist
Feminism and the Work of Charlene Haddock Seigfried explores and
pushes this theory and brings it into conversation with some of the
most vibrant strands of current philosophy.
A contemporary appraisal of the breadth, significance, and legacy
of the work of Charlene Haddock Seigfried, this book brings
together writings focused on pragmatist feminism/feminist
pragmatism, contemporary pragmatism, William James and the
reconstruction of philosophy, education and American philosophy in
the 21st century. Charlene Haddock Seigfried is a looming figure in
American thought and feminist theory who coined the phrase
'pragmatist feminist' which has become an increasingly important
concept in contemporary philosophy. Seigfried argues that
pragmatism and its rich history is a natural ally for feminism and
that the creative combination of these two traditions can pave the
way for a genuinely emancipatory feminist practice. Pragmatist
Feminism and the Work of Charlene Haddock Seigfried explores and
pushes this theory and brings it into conversation with some of the
most vibrant strands of current philosophy.
Living with Animals brings a pragmatist ecofeminst perspective to
discussions around animal rights, animal welfare, and animal ethics
to move the conversation beyond simple use or non-use decisions.
Erin McKenna uses a case study approach with select species to
question how humans should live and interact with various animal
beings through specific instances of such relationships. Addressing
standard topics such as the use of animals for food, use for
biomedical research, use in entertainment, use as companions, use
as captive specimens in zoos, and use in hunting and ecotourism
through a revolutionary pluralist and experimental approach,
McKenna provides an uncommonly nuanced accounts for complex
relationships and changing circumstances. Rather than seek absolute
moral stands regarding human relationships with other animal
beings, and rather than trying to end such relationships
altogether, the books urges us to make existing relations better.
Living with Animals brings a pragmatist ecofeminst perspective to
discussions around animal rights, animal welfare, and animal ethics
to move the conversation beyond simple use or non-use decisions.
Erin McKenna uses a case study approach with select species to
question how humans should live and interact with various animal
beings through specific instances of such relationships. Addressing
standard topics such as the use of animals for food, use for
biomedical research, use in entertainment, use as companions, use
as captive specimens in zoos, and use in hunting and ecotourism
through a revolutionary pluralist and experimental approach,
McKenna provides an uncommonly nuanced accounts for complex
relationships and changing circumstances. Rather than seek absolute
moral stands regarding human relationships with other animal
beings, and rather than trying to end such relationships
altogether, the books urges us to make existing relations better.
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Neil Young and Philosophy (Hardcover)
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Neil Young and Philosophy, edited by Douglas L. Berger, explores
the meaning, importance, and philosophical dimensions of the music,
career, and life of this prolific singer/songwriter over the past
five decades. Scholars from a wide variety of fields come together
in this collection to examine everything from Young's
environmentalism, invocation of American Indian themes, images of
women, and interpretations of human relationships to his
confrontations with the music industry, his approach to social
change, and his methods of creativity. The book builds on the
fundamental commitment of the Philosophy and Popular Culture series
to see the artist as a philosopher.
Pets, People, and Pragmatism examines human relationships with pets
without assuming that such relations are either benign or unnatural
and to be avoided. The book addresses a lack of respect in
pet-people relationships; for respectful relationships to be a real
possibility, however, humans must make the effort to understand the
beings with whom we live, work, and play. American pragmatism
understands that humans and other animal beings have been
interacting and transforming each other for thousands of years.
There is nothing unnatural about the human domestication of other
animal beings, though domestication does raise specific practical
and ethical questions. A pragmatist account of our relationship
with those animal beings commonly considered as pets does not
prohibit the use of these beings in research, entertainment,
competition, or work. It does, however, find abuse and neglect
unethical. Since abuse can occur in any use of other animal beings,
this pragmatist account takes up the abusive practices in research,
entertainment, competition, and work without arguing that research,
entertainment, competition, and work are inherently abusive. Some
of the sources of abuse have been addressed by utilitarian and
deontological accounts, but a pragmatist evolutionary perspective
offers unique insights and results in some surprising conclusions:
for instance, there may be an ethical obligation to let a horse
race, a dog show, or a cat compete in agility. Pets, People, and
Pragmatism embarks on a philosophical journey that will captivate
scholars and pet enthusiasts alike. It provides an important
contribution to longstanding debates in the area of animal issues
and strengthens the idea of multiple approaches to non-human
beings. It also opens space for approaches that challenge some of
the assumptions in the field of philosophy that have resulted in a
dualistic and hierarchical approach to metaphysics and ethics.
Most livestock in the United States currently live in cramped and
unhealthy confinement, have few stable social relationships with
humans or others of their species, and finish their lives by being
transported and killed under stressful conditions. In Livestock,
Erin McKenna allows us to see this situation and presents
alternatives. She interweaves stories from visits to farms,
interviews with producers and activists, and other rich material
about the current condition of livestock. In addition, she mixes
her account with pragmatist and ecofeminist theorizing about
animals, drawing in particular on John Dewey’s account of
evolutionary history, and provides substantial historical
background about individual species and about human-animal
relations. This deeply informative text reveals that the animals we
commonly see as livestock have rich evolutionary histories,
species-specific behaviors, breed tendencies, and individual
variation, just as those we respect in companion animals such as
dogs, cats, and horses. To restore a similar level of respect for
livestock, McKenna examines ways we can balance the needs of our
livestock animals with the environmental and social impacts of
raising them, and she investigates new possibilities for humans to
be in relationships with other animals. This book thus offers us a
picture of healthier, more respectful relationships with livestock.
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