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Sidney Hook

    Sidney Hook was a pragmatic philosopher known for his engagement with public discourse. A student of John Dewey, Hook's work explored the philosophies of history, education, politics, and ethics. He was a sharp critic of totalitarian ideologies, including fascism and Marxism-Leninism. As a pragmatic social democrat, he sometimes found common ground with conservatives, particularly in their shared opposition to communism. His later arguments considered whether members of certain political groups could ethically be barred from public trust positions.

    Solzhenitsyn at Harvard
    Education for Modern Man
    Sidney Hook on Pragmatism, Democracy, and Freedom
    • 2020

      Education for Modern Man

      • 248 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      The book offers a penetrating analysis of modern education, emphasizing the importance of critical thinking and logical clarity. Sidney Hook critiques current attempts to reorganize higher education, revealing underlying fallacies and advocating for a rational approach. Esteemed reviewers highlight its comprehensive insights and exceptional logical rigor, positioning it as essential reading for those seeking to understand contemporary educational challenges. With a focus on sanity and clarity, Hook's work stands out for its intellectual depth and incisive examination of educational issues.

      Education for Modern Man
    • 2002
    • 1980

      Solzhenitsyn at Harvard

      The Address, Twelve Early Responses, Six Later Reflections

      • 143 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      When Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn gave the commencement address at Harvard University in 1978, many Americans expected to hear their country praised by this celebrated refugee from a totalitarian state. Instead they heard some sharply critical views of their legal system, their press, their popular culture, and even their national will. The forthright and controversial speech makes up Part One of this book. A sampling of the avalanche of comment that followed it is included in Part Two. In Part Three, six thoughtful scholars reflect on the ideas and judgments expressed by the great Russian writer.

      Solzhenitsyn at Harvard