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The Nature Of Truth: An Essay (1906)

The Nature Of Truth: An Essay (1906)

Joachim, Harold H.

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ISBN10: 1164011650
ISBN13: 9781164011651
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 186
Weight: 0.56
Height: 0.40 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Nature of Truth: An Essay is a philosophical work written by Harold H. Joachim and first published in 1906. In this book, Joachim explores the concept of truth and its relationship with reality, knowledge, and belief. He argues that truth is not simply a matter of correspondence between our beliefs and the world, but rather a complex and multifaceted concept that requires careful analysis. Joachim begins by examining the different theories of truth that have been proposed throughout history, including the correspondence theory, coherence theory, and pragmatism. He then presents his own theory of truth, which he calls the ideal coherence theory. According to this theory, truth is a matter of coherence between our beliefs and the ideal system of beliefs, which is the most comprehensive and coherent system of beliefs that we can conceive of. Throughout the book, Joachim engages with the work of other philosophers, including Kant, Hegel, and Bradley, and offers insightful critiques of their theories of truth. He also discusses the implications of his theory for other areas of philosophy, such as epistemology and metaphysics. Overall, The Nature of Truth: An Essay is a thought-provoking and rigorous exploration of one of the most fundamental concepts in philosophy. It remains a classic work in the field and is essential reading for anyone interested in the nature of truth and its relationship to our understanding of the world.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.

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