The Meaning of Truth by William James

The Meaning of Truth

William James

Start Publishing LLC · Print & ebook · April 8, 2013

A Philosophy pick for readers exploring The Meaning of Truth.

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Who it’s for
A compact route into truth, philosophy, and the pleasure of following an argument.
Genres
What We Can Know, Philosophy Writing, Philosophers & Their Ideas
Published
Start Publishing LLC, April 8, 2013

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The Meaning of Truth is one of William James' most important books. It is a necessary read for anyone looking to understand the nature of truth. Does it exist independently of man or does man make truth what it is? Here you will find answers to this and many other questions on the nature of truth. William James was the older brother of novelist Henry James, and a pioneering psychologist and philosopher.

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His works pushed the boundaries of psychology and helped shape the direction the field would grow in.

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A compact route into truth, philosophy, and the pleasure of following an argument.

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  • philosophical essays
  • an immersive, idea-led read

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  • essays over narrative
  • modern philosophical concerns

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What We Can Know97%
Philosophy Writing49%
Philosophers & Their Ideas38%

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Publisher categories

  • What We Can Know
  • Logic
  • Philosophy of Language
Authors
William James
Publisher
Start Publishing LLC
Published
April 8, 2013
Format
Print & ebook
Reading lane
What We Can Know