A profoundly influential figure in American psychology, William James (1842–1910) was also a philosopher of note, who used Charles S. Peirce's theories of pragmatism as a basis for his own conception of that influential philosophy. For James, this meant an emphasis on "radical empiricism" and the concept that the meaning of any idea — philosophical, political, social, or otherwise — has validity only in terms of its experiential and practical consequences. James propounded his theories of pragmatism in this book, one of the most important in American philosophy.

**Join us to discuss this classic book over the course of 4-weeks!**
Week 1 Sat 10/25 12:30pm-2:30pm The Seahorse Room @ Pier 57
Week 2 Sat 11/1 12:30pm-2:30pm The Oyster Room @ Pier 57
Week 3 Sat 11/8 12:30pm-2:30pm The Seahorse Room @ Pier 57
Week 4 Sat 11/15 12:30pm-2:30pm The Oyster Room @ Pier 57

**Reading for Week 2**
Lectures 3 & 4 (33pages)

I will be reading the paperback penguin edition available [here](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0140437355?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title)
free pdf download [here](https://annas-archive.org/md5/10482ac4a1a273b8f251425f86be957d) \*click on the first slow download option
(other formats available too —epub & mobi for kindle—just search in search bar)

* **Rules for Our Group**

**1\. Be Courteous**
Respectful disagreement with others is totally acceptable. Condescending behavior is not.
**2\. Be Concise**
Keep comments on topic and relatively brief.
Moderators will do their best to make sure everyone gets a chance to speak who wants to.
**3\. Do the Reading**
If you have not done the reading for the week you are welcome to attend and *listen* to the discussion, but out of respect for those who have read, you will not be permitted to participate in the discussion.

For more info and FAQ on the group click [here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dfefKv8HVAvyeXOvk1k8ihRqml5jnrI3mbvU-D6i0iA/edit?usp=sharing).

Can't wait to discuss these ideas with all of you!
-Zach

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Pragmatism by William James (week 2)

Pier 57

William Shakespeare’s *Julius Caesar* is not just a story about a man’s rise and fall — it’s a timeless drama of **power, loyalty, and betrayal**. When honor clashes with friendship and freedom wrestles with control, the question becomes: *What makes a hero — and what makes a traitor?*

In this gripping tragedy, Shakespeare brings history to life, showing how the choices of a few men could shake an empire — and how words, more than swords, can change the fate of nations.

We will split this play into 2 parts
**Part 1: Nov. 12th Act 1 scene 1 - Act 2 scene 4 (to the end)**
**Part 2: Nov 25th Act 3 scene 1 - Act 5 scene 5**

Pick any edition you would like to read.
Here is [a free PDF version](https://folger-main-site-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2022/11/julius-caesar_PDF_FolgerShakespeare.pdf)

Paul Cantor Youtube series is optional but not mandatory :)
[https://youtu.be/llHxxnJge5s?si=SVXSFyT-K3DvHMAr](https://youtu.be/llHxxnJge5s?si=SVXSFyT-K3DvHMAr)

This is one of the movie adaptations that Paul Cantor recommends:
[https://youtu.be/qjG_Huf7tZw?si=SfNC5BDFHWRubtvu](https://youtu.be/qjG_Huf7tZw?si=SfNC5BDFHWRubtvu)

For questions please send me a message or post to meetup.
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William Shakespeare: Tragedy of Julius Caesar Part 1/2

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