The Meaning of Truth

Name: The Meaning of Truth
Brand: Findaway Voices
Availability: InStock
Author: William James
ISBN: 9798882329852

Author: William James

Narrator: Ethan Reynolds

Unabridged: 6 hr 4 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Robert Larson

Published: 09/05/2024

Categories: Nonfiction, Philosophy, Movements, Epistemology

Synopsis

The Meaning of Truth by William James is a collection of essays exploring the nature of truth through the lens of pragmatism. James argues that truth is not a fixed, abstract concept but rather a practical relationship between ideas and their consequences. He proposes that the "truth" of an idea lies in its ability to guide action and produce positive results in the world. This pragmatic approach to truth contrasts with traditional philosophical views that often emphasize the correspondence between ideas and reality.

About William James

American psychologist and philosopher William James (1842-1910), brother of novelist Henry James, was a groundbreaking researcher at Harvard University and one of the most popular thinkers of the nineteenth century. Among his many works are Principles of Psychology and Human Immortality.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Isaac on November 26, 2019

I love the concept of pragmatism that’s expounded upon in this book. This book is not a book that should be read solely for leisure. The philosophies discussed in this book are designed to really help you to objectively look at your life. If you want to enhance your intelligence then this book is ju......more

Goodreads review by Niko on January 08, 2025

Not as strong as its prequel, pragmatism, but contains many important arguments and insights.......more

Goodreads review by Jana on March 24, 2016

In this collection of short, rather informal essays, William James responds to critics of his presentation of truth in his prior book, Pragmatism where he defines truth as a relation of concepts to facts or realities. On his account, the existence of “truth” depends on there being a knower or concep......more

Goodreads review by Gökhan on July 12, 2022

Pragmatik bakış açısını anlamaya dair. Sorgulamalar yaptıran, eleştirilere cevap yazılarında farklı yanlış anlamalara cevap vermeye çalışan bir kitap. Gerçeklik, bilme ve hakikat detaylıca sorgulanıyor.......more