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Key Pragmatist Philosophers
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John Dewey
A leader in progressive education, key works include 'Democracy and Education' and 'Experience and Nature'. Promoted the concept of learning through experience.
Susan Haack
Known for advocating 'foundherentism', which is a synthesis of foundationalism and coherentism, showcased in her work 'Evidence and Inquiry'. She also addresses the philosophy of law.
Richard Rorty
Key contributor to neopragmatism, known for his book 'Philosophy and the Mirror of Nature'. Advocated for the abandonment of traditional philosophical discourse.
Hilary Putnam
Made significant contributions to philosophy of mind and philosophy of language, works include 'Reason, Truth and History' and 'The Collapse of the Fact/Value Dichotomy'.
William James
Developed pragmatism, key works include 'Pragmatism' and 'The Meaning of Truth'. Advocated for the idea that beliefs must be judged by their practical consequences.
W.V.O. Quine
Worked on logic and philosophy of language, key works include 'Word and Object' and 'From a Logical Point of View'. Known for his rejection of the analytic-synthetic distinction.
George Herbert Mead
Major figure in social pragmatism, key works include 'Mind, Self, and Society' and 'Movements of Thought in the Nineteenth Century'. Explored the relationship between the individual and society.
Cornel West
Philosopher of the African American prophetic tradition, works include 'Race Matters' and 'Democracy Matters'. Blends pragmatism with critical theory.
Charles Sanders Peirce
Founded pragmatism, key works include 'The Fixation of Belief' and 'How to Make Our Ideas Clear'. Emphasized the importance of inquiry and the scientific method.
Clarence Irving Lewis
Prominent analytic philosopher and logician, known for works like 'Mind and the World Order' and 'An Analysis of Knowledge and Valuation'. His concept of 'pragmatic a priori' is notable.
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