{"title":"Hilary Putnam","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Hilary Putnam collection, a celebrated selection for those intrigued by the ideas that have shaped modern philosophy and psychology. Hilary Putnam was a profound thinker renowned for his contributions to philosophy, particularly his work on the philosophy of mind, language, and mathematics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003ePhilosophy as Dialogue\u003c\/em\u003e, you'll find a rich exploration of philosophical conversations that highlight Putnam's belief in the power of dialogue to reveal truth. This book is a testament to his approach that emphasises the importance of discussion and openness in philosophical inquiry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother notable work, \u003cem\u003ePragmatism\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into the pragmatic tradition, offering insights into how this philosophy can be applied to contemporary issues. Putnam's approach to pragmatism is both accessible and thought-provoking, making it an inspiring read for anyone interested in the practical application of philosophical ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hilary Putnam collection is perfect for both thoughtful readers and students of philosophy and psychology seeking to explore complex ideas with clarity and depth. Discover the transformative power of philosophy with works that continue to influence and inspire scholars worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"philosophy-as-dialogue-by-hilary-putnam-9780674281356","title":"Philosophy as Dialogue","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA collection of Hilary Putnam's stimulating, incisive responses to such varied and eminent thinkers as Richard Rorty, Jürgen Habermas, Noam Chomsky, Martha Nussbaum, W. V. Quine, Wilfrid Sellars, John McDowell, and Cornel West.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHilary Putnam (1926–2016) was renowned—sometimes even infamous—for changing his philosophical positions over the course of his long and much-admired career. This collection of essays, the first of its kind, showcases how his ideas evolved as he wrestled with the work of his contemporaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDivided into five thematic sections, \u003ci\u003ePhilosophy as Dialogue\u003c\/i\u003e begins with questions of language and formal logic, tracing Putnam's reactions to the arguments of Wilfrid Sellars, Noam Chomsky, Charles Travis, and Tyler Burge. Next, it brings together Putnam's responses to realists and antirealists, philosophers of science and of perception, followed by forays into pragmatism and scepticism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Putnam devoted most of his efforts to logic, mathematics, and the philosophy of mind, he also addressed issues in moral philosophy, politics, and religion. Here we read him in conversation with giants of these fields, including Martha Nussbaum, Jürgen Habermas, Elizabeth Anscombe, Cora Diamond, Richard Rorty, and Franz Rosenzweig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, \u003ci\u003ePhilosophy as Dialogue\u003c\/i\u003e presents Putnam's deeply personal and largely unknown writing on philosophical method, revealing the influence of W. V. Quine, Michael Dummett, and Stanley Cavell on his work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnce more, Mario De Caro and David Macarthur have presented and introduced a carefully curated selection of Hilary Putnam's writings that aims to transform how he is understood. Most of all, these thirty-six replies and responses to his contemporaries showcase the extraordinary—perhaps even unparalleled—breadth of his work and his capacity to engage deeply with seemingly every mode of philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000704909548,"sku":"9780674281356","price":90.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1315443482428.jpg?v=1763298925"},{"product_id":"pragmatism-by-hilary-putnam-9780631193432","title":"Pragmatism","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHilary Putnam has been at the centre of contemporary debates about the nature of the mind and its access to the world, about language and its relation to reality, and many other metaphysical and epistemological issues. In this book, he turns to pragmatism and confronts the teachings of James, Peirce, Dewey, and Wittgenstein—not solely out of an interest in theoretical questions, but above all to respond to the questions of whether it is possible to find an alternative to corrosive moral scepticism, on the one hand, and to moral authoritarianism on the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003ePragmatism\u003c\/em\u003e, Putnam investigates these enduring philosophical challenges, offering a fresh perspective on complex ideas. His engagement with the pragmatists demonstrates a commitment to exploring practical consequences and lived experiences as a crucial part of philosophical discourse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000709300460,"sku":"9780631193432","price":83.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19808843482412.jpg?v=1763299523"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/hilary-putnam.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}