Modern Idealism In American Thought

By Isaac Woodbridge Riley

Book Overview

Modern Idealism In American Thought is a book written by two prominent American philosophers, Riley and Woodbridge, that explores the development and evolution of idealism in American philosophy during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the major figures and movements in American idealism, including the transcendentalists, pragmatists, and neo-Hegelians, and examines their contributions to the development of American philosophy. The authors also explore the impact of idealism on American culture and society, including its influence on politics, education, and religion. Additionally, the book provides a critical evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of idealism as a philosophical system, and its relevance to contemporary debates in philosophy. Overall, Modern Idealism In American Thought is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American philosophy and the development of idealism as a philosophical system.THIS 56 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: American Thought: From Puritanism to Pragmatism, by Woodbridge Riley. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766105679.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425347223
• ISBN13: 9781425347222
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"