Martin Benjamin is professor of philosophy at Michigan State University. Philosophy and This Actual World is his fourth book.

An impressive coverage of philosophical issues relevant to almost anyone. Using insights from classical pragmatists, such as William James, and also from contemporary pragmatists, especially Richard Rorty, this text is an accessible entryway to some perennial philosophical questions and answers. Students or academics wondering how pragmatism is practical must read this lively and provocative book. General readers will also profit from its wisdom. Perhaps its greatest usefulness will be in the classroom, where its unimposing size, clear writing, and good bibliographies will serve introductory courses at universities or community colleges. Highly recommended.

• Chapter 1 Agent and SpectatorChapter 2 Language, Meaning, and TruthChapter 3 Knowledge and RealityChapter 4 Mind and WillChapter 5 EthicsChapter 6 Democratic PluralismChapter 7 Determining DeathChapter 8 Meaningful LivesChapter 9 Bibliographical Essay

Martin Benjamin is professor of philosophy at Michigan State University. Philosophy and This Actual World is his fourth book.

An impressive coverage of philosophical issues relevant to almost anyone. Using insights from classical pragmatists, such as William James, and also from contemporary pragmatists, especially Richard Rorty, this text is an accessible entryway to some perennial philosophical questions and answers. Students or academics wondering how pragmatism is practical must read this lively and provocative book. General readers will also profit from its wisdom. Perhaps its greatest usefulness will be in the classroom, where its unimposing size, clear writing, and good bibliographies will serve introductory courses at universities or community colleges. Highly recommended.

• Chapter 1 Agent and SpectatorChapter 2 Language, Meaning, and TruthChapter 3 Knowledge and RealityChapter 4 Mind and WillChapter 5 EthicsChapter 6 Democratic PluralismChapter 7 Determining DeathChapter 8 Meaningful LivesChapter 9 Bibliographical Essay