A Pluralistic Universe

by William James

Overview

A Pluralistic Universe by William James argues for a reality composed of many interacting, independent perspectives rather than a single, unified whole. James challenges the dominant monistic views of his time, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of experience that embraces the diversity and complexity of the world. James critiques philosophical systems that attempt to reduce reality to a single, unified principle or substance. He champions a pluralistic view, emphasizing the validity and importance of multiple, diverse perspectives and experiences in shaping our understanding of the world. This work, rooted in James's pragmatism and radical empiricism, invites readers to reconsider how we understand truth, consciousness, and the nature of reality itself.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789355226860
Publisher:	Classy Publishing
Publication date:	10/07/2025
Pages:	176
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.38(d)

About the Author

Ignas K. Skrupskelis is Professor of Philosophy at the University of South Carolina.

Table of Contents

Foreword

Introduction by Richard J. Bernstein

A Pluralistic Universe

Appendix C

Index

Notes

A Note on the Editorial Method

The Text of A Pluralistic Universe
1. The History

2. The Documents

3. The Editorial Problem

Apparatus

Emendations

Textual Notes

Historical Collation

Alterations in the Manuscripts

Word-Division

Appendix: James's Reply to W.P. Montague

General Index

Key to the Pagination of editions