The Philosophy of Loyalty

The Philosophy of Loyalty is a book written by Josiah Royce that delves into the concept of loyalty and its implications on human relationships and society as a whole. The book explores the nature of loyalty, its different forms, and how it can be cultivated and maintained. Royce argues that loyalty is an essential virtue that is necessary for the stability and well-being of any community or organization. He also discusses the ethical implications of loyalty, particularly in situations where loyalty conflicts with other moral principles such as honesty and justice. The book draws on philosophical, psychological, and sociological perspectives to provide a comprehensive analysis of loyalty and its role in human life. It is a thought-provoking and insightful work that offers valuable insights into one of the most fundamental aspects of human relationships.1911. Josiah Royce was born in California where he began his teaching career. From 1882 he taught philosophy at Harvard where William James was an early influence. After the latter's death, Royce became the leading American philosopher of his day, always applying his thought to concrete moral issues and drawing upon an exceptional understanding of music, literature and history. Contents: Nature and Need of Loyalty; Individualism; Loyalty to Loyalty; Conscience; Some American Problems in their Relation to Loyalty; Training for Loyalty; Loyalty, Truth, and Reality; and Loyalty and Religion. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.