Mátyás Szalay

Rationality Is . . . The Essence of Literary Theory

Philosophy

“Norm Klassen’s book is a remarkable achievement. It offers a benevolent presentation of mainstream literary criticism together with a bold, insightful, and coherent defense of rationality in the Western tradition. This certainly requires a deep and sophisticated understanding of how literature reveals the intelligibility of everything that there is. This didactical introduction helps students not only to appreciate the relevance of contemporary literary criticism but also to rediscover the authentic joy of reading.”

The Heresy of Heresies

Philosophy

“Who would expect a Prius-driving surfer from San Diego, California, to start an intellectual revolution on campus? In contemporary philosophical discourse, giving rigorous and sound arguments for ‘common-sense’ realism is indeed tantamount to a revolutionary act. Mosteller’s witty and insightful book offers an overview and thorough analysis of the best traditional and contemporary accounts of common-sense realism. At the same time, he proves that thinking about philosophical issues should positively impact one’s life.”