Richard Rorty's New Pragmatism: Neither Liberal nor Free by Edward J. Grippe (En

Description: Richard Rorty's New Pragmatism by Edward J. Grippe Presents a study of Richard Rortys "New Pragmatism" on its own terms, and a critical analysis of its implications for contemporary thought. This book concludes that Rortys pragmatism is self-defeating, suppressing genuine conversation and ultimately constricting creativity. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This book is a study of Richard Rortys New Pragmatism on its own terms, and a critical analysis of its implications for contemporary thought. As an anti-foundationalist and a liberal, Rortys version of pragmatism is designed to promote personal freedom and democratic solidarity. Having as his target the stultifying effects of Western philo-scientific tradition, encrusted with the barnacles of metaphysical essentialism and epistemic foundationalism, Rorty writes to liberate the contemporary mind and to promote the growth of individual creativity and social tolerance. Admirable as the goals of greater personal creativity and tolerant solidarity are, it is Edward J. Grippes contention that Rorty fails to achieve either of them. Liberated from the notion of essentialism, Rorty develops a vision of self that is radically unfettered in its originality. So, to forestall the misanthropy that would inevitably emerge, a "solidarity of forbearance" is to be inculcated. But given his anti-foundationalist stance, Rorty cannot appeal to a rational consensus to ground tolerance. With only a Darwinian struggle between competing constructs, sophistic persuasion must be the deciding factor as to which narrative "works." And since there can be no ultimate or "final" vocabulary as arbiter, those that control the meaning of words control the basis for pragmatic conversation, i.e., what counts as "a working solidarity." Thus, the book concludes that Rortys pragmatism is self-defeating, suppressing genuine conversation and ultimately constricting creativity. Author Biography Edward J. Grippe is Coordinator of Philosophical Studies at Norwalk Community College, Connecticut, USA. He is the author of numerous articles in Philosophy in the Contemporary World, and elsewhere. Table of Contents IntroductionPart I.1. Overview: The Premises Underpinning Rortys New Pragmatism2. The Foundational-Anti-Foundational Debate: Its Modern Roots3. The Contemporary Debate: The Epistemic Regress Challenge of Foundationalism and its Ironic ImpotencePart II4. The Denial of Scientism and Performative Contradiction: The Aesthetics of Pragmatic Narratives5. Rortys Jeffersonian Strategy: The Privatization of the Philosophical6. The Hermeneutical Approach and its Implication for Rortys Jeffersonian Strategy7. Hobbes, Rorty and their Common Political Paradox8. Freuds and Rortys Internal Cartesian Paradox9. Neither Liberal nor Free: The Singularism of New PragmatismBibliography Index Review "A thorough, balanced critique of Rortys pragmatism (or non-pragmatism) recommended for anyone seeking an overview of the present situation of pragmatism and philosophy in general" -Joan Stambaugh, Professor Emeritus, Hunter College, CUNY, USA -- Joan Stambaugh, Professor Emeritus, Hunter College, CUNY, USA"This book is essential reading for those interested in Rorty." -Aaron James Landry, Philosophy in Review"Grippe has a keen eye for fundamental tensions and contradictions within Richard Rortys mix of antifoundationalism and idiosyncratic liberalism... Given Grippes keen eye for contradictions, this book will be useful for graduate, research libraries. Summing Up: Recommended. Graduate students and researchers/faculty." — D. Christie, CHOICE, June 2008, Vol.45 No.10 -- D. Christie"There are few philosophers working today who exemplify the unyielding logical rigor of Ed Grippes work... But what makes it a truly rare find is that he combines this rigor with such creativity and real-life relevance. I know of no philosopher on the contemporary scene that I would say is more relentless in this kind of interrogation, always demanding that the unexamined presupposition come into focus. This leads to work that sparks the readers imagination without using any logical shortcuts, cheap rhetorical tricks, or unanalyzed fashionable turns of phrase..." Ralph D. Ellis, Professor of Philosophy, Clark Atlanta University, Editor, Consciousness & Emotion * Blurb from reviewer * Promotional A critique of one of Americas most influential living thinkers: Grippe takes Rorty at his word, applying Rortys standards to his own writings, and finds an incoherence at the heart of them. Long Description This book is a study of Richard Rortys New Pragmatism on its own terms, and a critical analysis of its implications for contemporary thought. As an anti-foundationalist and a liberal, Rortys version of pragmatism is designed to promote personal freedom and democratic solidarity. Having as his target the stultifying effects of Western philo-scientific tradition, encrusted with the barnacles of metaphysical essentialism and epistemic foundationalism, Rorty writes to liberate the contemporary mind and to promote the growth of individual creativity and social tolerance. Admirable as the goals of greater personal creativity and tolerant solidarity are, it is Edward J. Grippes contention that Rorty fails to achieve either of them. Liberated from the notion of essentialism, Rorty develops a vision of self that is radically unfettered in its originality. So, to forestall the misanthropy that would inevitably emerge, a "solidarity of forbearance" is to be inculcated. But given his anti-foundationalist stance, Rorty cannot appeal to a rational consensus to ground tolerance. With only a Darwinian struggle between competing constructs, sophistic persuasion must be the deciding factor as to which narrative "works." And since there can be no ultimate or "final" vocabulary as arbiter, those that control the meaning of words control the basis for pragmatic conversation, i.e., what counts as "a working solidarity." Thus, the book concludes that Rortys pragmatism is self-defeating, suppressing genuine conversation and ultimately constricting creativity. > Review Quote "This book is essential reading for those interested in Rorty." Aaron James Landry, Philosophy in Review Details ISBN082648901X Short Title RICHARD RORTYS NEW PRAGMA Series Continuum Studies in American Philosophy Language English ISBN-10 082648901X ISBN-13 9780826489012 Media Book Format Hardcover DEWEY 191 Year 2007 Imprint Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd. Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Illustrations black & white illustrations DOI 10.1604/9780826489012 Series Number 2 UK Release Date 2007-04-23 AU Release Date 2007-04-23 NZ Release Date 2007-04-23 Translated from English Subtitle Neither Liberal nor Free Author Edward J. Grippe Pages 224 Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Publication Date 2007-04-23 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:9492524;

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