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I’m not sure whether an interactive, online logic textbook counts as an open-access philosophy book, but for those who might…
For a slightly more positive assessment, JS Mill: “The real advantage which truth has, consists in this, that when an…
These seem like sensible, measured comments. But I do have a question about (1). You ask: “Is the value of…
Here are my thoughts: https://www.natemeyvis.com/ai-skepticism-in-philosophy/ In brief: 1. I’m sympathetic to Kaufman’s view of philosophical value. 2. But generative AI…
I am very pleased to have stumbled upon this site. I am Andrew & Lynne’s nephew, Peter. My mother was…
Modern Aesthetics and Democratic Life: The Struggle for Aesthetic Freedom by Jörg Schaub (permanently open-access) Description In this innovative open-access…
A couple of broader comments, having had a little time to reflect: 1) I agree that the “pile of truths”…
In light of Dennett’s challenge, what is the correct response to “analytic metaphysics”?
Brian Leiter
Philosophy social media is bursting with discussion, denunciations, outrage, and amusement about Dennett's dissing of "analytic metaphysics." I think the only way to resolve this is with a poll, of course.
UPDATE: Wow, 5 1/2 hours and nearly 700 votes! "Analytic metaphysics" gets people passionate! I'll let this run until tomorrow, but here's where things stand as of now: Yeah! 17% Just say "No"! 10% Prison 5% Ridicule & contempt 13% Praise & glory 11% Ignore it 23% None of the above 21%
ANOTHER: A funny note from philosopher Jon Kvanvig (Wash U/St. Louis): "I saw the new Dennett poll on your website, and you forgot to include the most obvious possibility of all: we should all refuse to teach anything by Dennett in any class from now on! Call it the Sterba option."
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