Probability and Evidence

By:

Paul Horwich

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Paperback / softback

Series:

Cambridge Philosophy Classics

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In this influential study of central issues in the philosophy of science, Paul Horwich elaborates on an important conception of probability, diagnosing the failure of previous attempts to resolve these issues as stemming from a too-rigid conception of belief. Adopting a Bayesian strategy, he argues for a probabilistic approach, yielding a more complete understanding of the characteristics of scientific reasoning and methodology. Presented in a fresh twenty-first-century series livery, and including a specially commissioned preface written by Colin Howson, illuminating its enduring importance and relevance to philosophical enquiry, this engaging work has been revived for a new generation of readers.

Author Biography:

Paul Horwich is Professor of Philosophy at New York University. He is best known for his contributions to the philosophy of science, including a probabilistic account of scientific methodology. His most recent publications include Wittgenstein's Metaphilosophy (2012) and Truth – Meaning – Reality (2010).

Release date Australia

August 26th, 2016

Author

Paul Horwich

Audience

Professional & Vocational

Illustrations

5 Tables, black and white; 10 Line drawings, unspecified

Pages

146

Series

Cambridge Philosophy Classics

Dimensions

152x227x9

ISBN-13

9781316507018

Product ID

25539797

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