Description
Arguments are examined, reexamined, challenged, and honed in this lively dialogue on relativism and objectivity. Topics considered include whether truth and goodness are matters determined by individual opinion; whether they are defined by cultures; whether a non-dogmatic form of relativism is viable; whether the objectivity of science escapes relativism; and pragmatism as an alternative to relativism. Designed to present beginning students with an introduction to the main arguments concerning relativism, this provocative dialogue also serves as a model for thinking clearly about philosophical issues.
About the Author
Norman Melchert
Reviews
It is a perfect intro. book for our course on relativism. It hits all the major arguments clearly, concisely, persuasively, and at just the right level for undergraduates. --Thomas J. Burke, Jr., Hillsdale College
Book Information
ISBN 9780872202719
Author Norman Melchert
Format Paperback
Page Count 96
Imprint Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
Publisher Hackett Publishing Co, Inc