American Philosophy: An Encyclopedia

<p>The <em>Encyclopedia of American Philosophy</em> provides coverage of the major figures concepts historical periods and traditions in American philosophical thought. Containing over 600 entries written by scholars who are experts in the field this <em>Encyclopedia</em> is the first of its kind. It is a scholarly reference work that is accessible to the ordinary reader by explaining complex ideas in simple terms and providing ample cross-references to facilitate further study. The <em>Encyclopedia of American Philosophy</em> contains a thorough analytical index and will serve as a standard comprehensive reference work for universities and colleges.</p><p>Topics covered include:</p><p>Great philosophers: Emerson Dewey James Royce Peirce Santayana</p><p>Subjects: Pragmatism Progress the Future Knowledge Democracy Growth Truth</p><p>Influences on American Philosophy: Hegel Aristotle Plato British Enlightenment Reformation</p><p>Self-Assessments: Joe Margolis Donald Davidson Susan Haack Peter Hare John McDermott Stanley Cavell</p><p>Ethics: Value Pleasure Happiness Duty Judgment Growth</p><p>Political Philosophy: Declaration of Independence Democracy Freedom Liberalism Community Identity</p>