Syndicalism and Philosophical Realism: A Study in the Correlation of Contemporary Social Tendencies is a book written by John W. Scott in 1919. The book explores the relationship between syndicalism, a radical labor movement, and philosophical realism, a philosophical approach that emphasizes the existence of an objective reality independent of human perception. Scott argues that syndicalism and philosophical realism are closely related, as both reject the dominant ideologies of their time and seek to create a more just and equitable society. He examines the historical and philosophical roots of both movements, and shows how they have influenced each other throughout their development. The book is divided into four main sections. The first section provides an overview of syndicalism and its key ideas, including the rejection of traditional political parties and the emphasis on direct action by workers. The second section explores the concept of philosophical realism, including its origins in ancient philosophy and its modern manifestations. The third section of the book examines the relationship between syndicalism and philosophical realism, arguing that they share a common goal of creating a more just and equitable society. Scott shows how syndicalism can be seen as a practical application of philosophical realism, as it seeks to transform the material conditions of society in order to bring about a more objective reality. The final section of the book explores the implications of this correlation between syndicalism and philosophical realism for contemporary social tendencies. Scott argues that these movements have the potential to create a more just and equitable society, but only if they are able to overcome the obstacles that stand in their way. Overall, Syndicalism and Philosophical Realism is a thought-provoking exploration of two important social movements and their relationship to each other. It provides a historical and philosophical context for understanding these movements, and offers insights into their potential for creating a better world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
