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The Later Works, 1925-1953: 1938-1939

The volume includes a selection of essays, stories, and other writings that reflect the author's continued exploration of themes and ideas during the specified time frame. more

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John Dewey
John Dewey

John Dewey was an American philosopher and educator, born on October 20, 1859, and died on June 1, 1952. He was a leading figure in the philosophy of pragmatism and had a profound impact on 20th-century education, philosophy, and the social sciences. more

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