A Pluralistic Universe

A Pluralistic Universe is a philosophical work by the American philosopher and psychologist William James. Published in 1909, it is a collection of lectures delivered by James at the University of Edinburgh in 1908. The book explores the philosophical concept of pluralism, which holds that there are many different ways of understanding reality, and that no one perspective can fully capture the complexity of the world. James argues that this perspective is essential for understanding the nature of human experience, and that it offers a more nuanced and inclusive understanding of the world than other philosophical approaches. The book is divided into four main sections, each of which explores a different aspect of pluralism, including the nature of reality, the role of consciousness, the problem of evil, and the relationship between religion and philosophy. Throughout the book, James draws on a wide range of philosophical and religious traditions, including Buddhism, Hinduism, and Christianity, to support his arguments. A Pluralistic Universe is considered one of James's most important works, and has had a significant influence on subsequent philosophical and religious thought.1909. Hibbert Lectures at Manchester College on the Present Situation in Philosophy. Contents: The Types of Philosophic Thinking; Monistic Idealism; Hegel and his Method; Concerning Fechner; The Compounding of Consciousness; Bergson and his Critique of Intellectualism; and The Continuity of Experience.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.