Creative Intelligence: Essays in the Pragmatic Attitude

Creative Intelligence: Essays in the Pragmatic Attitude is a collection of essays exploring the role of intelligence creativity and pragmatism in human thought and action. Written by Boyd H. Bode Henry Waldgrave Stuart and other prominent thinkers associated with American pragmatism the book argues that intelligence is not merely a passive faculty for recognizing truth but an active force in shaping experience and solving practical problems.The essays discuss various aspects of education philosophy and social reform emphasizing how knowledge should be applied creatively to address real-world challenges. The authors critique rigid traditional modes of thinking and advocate for a dynamic experimental approach to learning and problem-solving. Creative Intelligence reflects the influence of thinkers like John Dewey and serves as a key contribution to the development of pragmatic philosophy highlighting the importance of adaptability innovation and practical reasoning in both individual and societal progress.