William James On Radical Empiricism and Religion

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Hunter Brown explores Henry James's perspective on religious experience, arguing that it transcends the criticisms of subjectivism and fideism. Instead of retreating into personal belief, James's work highlights the challenges and sacrifices inherent in religious life, offering a nuanced understanding of faith's complexities. Brown's analysis sheds light on the depth of James's engagement with spirituality and the implications it has for understanding human experience.