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Questions about The Monist

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When was The Monist journal founded?

The Monist journal was founded in October 1890. American publisher Edward C. Hegeler established this publication with a clear mission to bridge philosophy and science.

Who edited The Monist from 1890 until 1919?

Paul Carus served as editor-in-chief of The Monist from 1890 until 1919. Mary Hegeler Carus took over the role from 1919 through 1936.

What happened to The Monist between 1936 and 1962?

Publication of The Monist ceased in 1936 after decades of continuous operation. The journal resumed its quarterly schedule in 1962 under new leadership.

Which philosopher published Philosophy of Logical Atomism in The Monist during 1918 and 1919?

Bertrand Russell had his work Philosophy of Logical Atomism originally published in full as a series of articles between 1918 and 1919. This publication strategy allowed complex ideas to develop over time rather than appearing as isolated essays.

Who has been editing The Monist since 2017?

Fraser MacBride from the University of Manchester has held the position of editor at The Monist since 2017. Barry Smith directed operations at the University at Buffalo from 1992 to 2016 before this transition.