The Philosophies of America Reader

Download or read book The Philosophies of America Reader written by Kim Díaz and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2021-02-11 with total page 481 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Bringing together an unparalleled selection of original and translated readings from different eras and various traditions, this reader includes texts from well-known North American philosophers alongside writings by Native, Latin, African, Mexican, and Asian Americans, revealing the interweaving tapestry of ideas endemic to the Americas. Through its pluralistic approach, it promotes intercultural dialogue and understanding. Primary texts are thematically arranged around major areas of philosophical enquiry including selfhood, knowledge, learning, and ethics, with each part featuring introductory essays outlining the trajectories of each section and suggestions for further primary and secondary readings"--