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Critical pragmatism of Alain Locke a reader on value theory, aesthetics, community, culture, race and education

Harris, Leonard1999
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Subject: In its comprehensive overview of Alain Locke's pragmatist philosophy this book captures the radical implications of Locke's approach within pragmatism, the critical temper embedded in Locke's works, the central role of power and empowerment of the oppressed and the concept of broad democracy Locke employed. At a time when critical theory in all forms-post-Marxist, legal, race, and gender theory-is undergoing a major reassessment, this volume is especially timely. Locke's critical pragmatism arguably avoids the pitfalls of critical theory, anticipates its tremendous contribution to human liberation, and offers an alternative to the limitations of classical pragmatism. This volume introduces unique individual interpretations of Locke and critical reflections on his philosophy. Each author, in the spirit of Locke's critical temper, offers their own contribution to extremely difficult issues.
Imprint:
US 1999 Rowman & Littlefield
Collation:
357p
ISBN:
0847688089
Dewey class:
CU.1HAR
Local class:
CU.1/HAR
Language:
English
BRN:
1844110
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