The Ends of Philosophy

This book engages the confrontation between the foundationalist aims of traditional philosophy, the postmodern critique, and the pragmatic attempt to maintain a form of non-foundational inquiry. Through readings of the work of Peirde, Nietzsche, Wittgenstein, Buchler, Derrida, Rorty, and others, the author examines the nature and scope of philosophically relevant knowledge.<br /> <ul> <li style=”list-style: none”><br /> </li> <li>Ambitious and important work, by a respected philosopher.<br /> </li> <li>Presents a clear and thoughtful analysis of key philosophical traditions.<br /> </li> <li>Examines the nature and scope of philosophically relevant knowledge.</li> </ul>