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Sidney Hook, one of America's leading social philosophers, was a dedicated student and friend of John Dewey, one of the most influential philosophers of the 20th century. In this timeless volume, first published in 1939, Hook discusses the leading philosophical ideas of his mentor to highlight Dewey's central themes, their implications, and the relevance of his vision to the problems of American culture. Included in this intellectual biography are Dewey's thoughts on philosophy and culture; truth; logic and action; body, mind, and behavior; standards, ends, and means; the good society; education; art; human nature; and democracy.

ISBN-13

9780879759858

ISBN-10

0879759852

Weight

1.20 Pounds

Dimensions

6.00 x 0.50 x 9.00 In

List Price

$39.99

Format

Hardcover

Pages

256 pages

Publisher

Prometheus

Published On

1995-06-01



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