Who's to Say: A Dialogue on Relativism

by Norman Melchert

Overview

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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780872202726
Publisher:	Hackett Publishing Company, Inc.
Publication date:	10/01/1994
Series:	Hackett Philosophical Dialogues Series
Pages:	96
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

Editorial 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

From the Publisher

A dialogue between six characters serving as an introduction to the main arguments concerning relativism. Topics include whether truth and goodness are determined by individual opinion or by culture; whether a non-dogmatic form of relativism is viable; whether the objectivity of science escapes relativism; and pragmatism as an alternative to relativism. No index. Paper edition (unseen), $4.95. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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