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Understanding Alfred North Whitehead with Matthew David Segall

New Thinking Allowed Audio Podcast

CHAPTER

The Philosophical Journey of Alfred North Whitehead

This chapter explores the life and philosophical evolution of Alfred North Whitehead, emphasizing his early accomplishments and significant contributions to mathematics and philosophy. It examines his engagement with the ideas of contemporaries like Bertrand Russell and William James, along with his critique of idealism and logical positivism. The discussion culminates in an exploration of Whitehead's unique 'organic realism' and his belief in the essential integration of aesthetic experiences within the broader framework of reality.

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