From: David Buchanan (DBuchanan@ClassicalRadio.org)
Date: Mon Jan 20 2003 - 02:06:51 GMT
Scott and Glenn:
Scott said:
That was Glenn, not me, and he was paraphrasing Martin Gardner. But I assume
Gardner is referring to such heavies as Bradley and Royce (Absolute
Idealists). I don't know much about that era (late 19th century), but do
know that the word 'absolute' got tossed around with abandon, both by
idealists and materialists.
DMB says:
Oooops. Sorry about that. Its just that Scott and Glenn look so much
alike... Just kidding. Thanks for the names Bradley and Royce. I never heard
of them, but I'll look into it. I should add that it seems the pragmatists
were reacting to something, but its a mystery to me and would like to know
what particular bee got under their bonnets.
It was really Glenn who said:
> James lived in a time when philosophy was dominated by metaphysical
beliefs
> that claimed the existence of timeless and absolute truths that could be
> established by rational arguments,...
>
> DMB asks:
> James lived in a time when philosophy was dominated by metaphysical
beliefs?
> I'm very curious about this. Please explain.
>
DMB adds:
Whad'ya think, Glenn? What's behind the pragmatists' rejection of
metaphysics. What's the problem with it, according to them?
Also, at the risk of offending you, I have to say your recent posts are a
very refreshing departure. I honestly didn't think you had it in you and
can't remember the last time I was so happy to be wrong about a guy. If
memeory serves, "silly" was the word I used to describe your posts. I hereby
take it back. There's nothing silly about your work this week. Please keep
it coming.
Thanks,
DMB
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