John Dewey's logical theory

by Delton Thomas Howard

"John Dewey's Logical Theory" by Delton Thomas Howard is a scholarly thesis written in the early 20th century. This work undertakes an historical examination of Dewey's logical theories, seeking to critically review his writings in order, and to understand the evolution of his ideas without imposing rigid development lines. The book aims to clarify Dewey's method of logic and its implications, which have significantly influenced educational and philosophical thought. The opening of the text introduces the author's intent to use a historical lens to analyze Dewey's contributions to logic. Howard emphasizes the importance of the psychological method in Dewey's philosophy, noting that it offers a means to link experience to the formulation of knowledge and reality. Howard lays the groundwork for a detailed exploration of Dewey’s various writings, starting with his early articles in which he asserts that the nature of reality should be understood through the lens of human experience. This foundational argument leads into discussions on concepts such as subject and object, individual and universal consciousness, and the role of psychology in grounding philosophical inquiry.