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This stimulating collection is devoted to the life and work of the most flamboyant of twentieth-century philosophers, Paul Feyerabend. Feyerabend's radical epistemological claims, and his stunning argument that there is no such thing as scientific method, were highly influential during his life and have only gained attention since his death in 1994. The essays that make up this volume, written by some of today's most respected philosophers of science, many of whom knew Feyerabend as students and colleagues, cover the diverse themes in his extensive body of work and present a personal account of this fascinating thinker.
This collection investigates the intellectual legacy and radical epistemological claims of Paul Feyerabend, specifically challenging the existence of a singular scientific method. The editors, David T. Lamb, John Preston, and Gonzalo Munévar, compile contributions from prominent philosophers of science who offer both critical analysis and personal reflections on Feyerabend's provocative career. By examining his diverse body of work, the volume seeks to contextualize his influence on modern philosophy and evaluate the validity of his anti-methodological stance.
What You Will Find
Experts recognize this volume as a significant resource for those interested in the history of philosophy and the evolution of scientific thought. Readers frequently note the balance between academic rigor and personal anecdote, making it a useful text for both scholars and students of Feyerabend's work.
Page Count:
192
Publication Date:
2000-02-10
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0195128745
ISBN-13:
9780195128741
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