The Uneasy Union of Ideality and Pragmatism in Inquiry

Idealistic Studies 38 (3):147-150 (2008)
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While ideals are by nature unrealizable, there are, nevertheless, many contexts in which their pursuit can be of enormous benefit. It may seem ironic but is a fact of life that the guidance afforded by “unrealistic” ideals can prove to be of enormous practical benefit.

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2009

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10.5840/idstudies200838315

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