The public and its problems an essay in political inquiry / John Dewey ; edited and with an introduction by Melvin L. Rogers.

Author/creator Dewey, John
Other author Rogers, Melvin L.
Format Electronic
Publication InfoAthens, Ohio : Swallow Press, [2016]
Descriptionxx, 278 pages ; 22 cm
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Abstract "More than six decades after John Dewey's death, his political philosophy is undergoing a revival. With renewed interest in pragmatism and its implications for democracy in an age of mass communication, bureaucracy, and ever-increasing social complexities, Dewey's The Public and Its Problems, first published in 1927, remains vital to any discussion of today's political issues. This edition of The Public and Its Problems, meticulously annotated and interpreted with fresh insight by MelvinL. Rogers, radically updates the previous version published by Swallow Press. Rogers's introduction locates Dewey's work within its philosophical and historical context and explains its key ideas for a contemporary readership. Biographical information and a detailed bibliography round out this definitive edition, which will be essential to students and scholars both"-- Provided by publisher.
Abstract "Annotated edition of John Dewey's classic work of political philosophy, The Public and Its Problems, reproducing the Swallow Press edition of 1954"-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
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Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2016020374
ISBN9780804011662 (paperback)
ISBN9780804040730 (pdf)

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