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In "John Dewey: Philosophical Works," the seminal American philosopher encapsulates his innovative contributions to pragmatism, education, and democracy. Dewey's writing style is marked by clarity and a commitment to practical implications, making complex philosophical concepts accessible to a broader audience. The collection reflects the early 20th-century intellectual climate, emphasizing the interplay between experience and thought, thus situating Dewey within the larger context of American idealism while challenging traditional dogmas of the time. His philosophical inquiries extend beyond abstract theorizing to address pressing social issues, advocating for progressive education and experiential learning as essential to fostering a democratic society. John Dewey (1859-1952) was a pivotal figure in the development of modern educational theory and social reform, deeply influenced by his experiences within the context of an evolving America. His philosophical journey was informed by a belief in the social nature of knowledge and the importance of education as a vehicle for social change. Dewey's teachings at institutions like the University of Chicago and Columbia University reflect his dedication to creating a more participatory democratic society, a vision that permeates this collection of his works. For readers interested in philosophy, education, or social theory, "John Dewey: Philosophical Works" is an essential anthology that provides insight into Dewey's transformative ideas. This collection not only enhances understanding of his philosophical legacy but also serves as a guide for contemporary discourses on democracy and learning, making it invaluable for scholars, educators, and anyone seeking to engage with Dewey's enduringly relevant ideas.
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GenrePhilosophy
Length86 hrs 57 mins
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Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1German Philosophy and Politics
26VII. The Nature of Hypothesis
2Preface
27VIII. Image and Idea in Logic
3I. German Philosophy: The Two Worlds
28IX. The Logic of the Pre-Socratic Philosophy87
4II. German Moral and Political Philosophy
29X. Valuation as a Logical Process (pt. 1)
5III. The Germanic Philosophy of History
30X. Valuation as a Logical Process (pt. 2)
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6Preface
31XI. Some Logical Aspects of Purpose (pt. 1)
7Chapter I. The Man.
32XI. Some Logical Aspects of Purpose (pt. 2)
8Chapter II. The Sources of His Philosophy.
33Interpretation of Savage Mind
9Chapter III. The Problem, and its Solution.
34Preface
10Chapter IV. Locke and Leibniz.—Innate Ideas.
35Chapter I. Introduction
11Chapter V. Sensation and Experience.
36Part I. The Beginnings and Growth of Morality
12Chapter VI. The Impulses and the Will.
37Chapter II. Early Group Life
13Chapter VII. Matter and its Relation to Spirit.
38Chapter III. The Rationalizing and Socializing Agencies in Early Society
14Chapter VIII. Material Phenomena and Their Reality.
39Chapter IV. Group Morality—Customs or Mores
15Chapter IX. Some Fundamental Conceptions.
40Chapter V. From Custom to Conscience; From Group Morality to Personal Morality
16Chapter X. The Nature and Extent of Knowledge.
41Chapter VI. The Hebrew Moral Development
17Chapter XI. The Theology of Leibniz.
42Chapter VII. The Moral Development of the Greeks
18Chapter XII. Criticism and Conclusion.
43CHAPTER VIII. The Modern Period
19Preface
44CHAPTER IX. A General Comparison of Customary and Reflective Morality
20I. Thought and its Subject-Matter: The General Problem of Logical Theory
45Part II. Theory of the Moral Life
21II. Thought and its Subject-Matter: The Antecedent Conditions and Cues of the Thought-Function
46Chapter X. The Moral Situation
22III. Thought and its Subject-Matter: The Datum of Thinking
47Chapter XI. Problems of Moral Theory
23IV. Thought and its Subject-Matter: The Content and Object of Thought
48Chapter XII. Types of Moral Theory
24V. A Critical Study of Bosanquet's Theory of Judgment44
49Chapter XIII. Conduct and Character
25VI. Typical Stages in the Development of Judgment
50Chapter XIV. Happiness and Conduct: The Good and Desire