How Things Are: Studies in Predication and the History of Philosophy and Science

How Things Are: Studies in Predication and the History of Philosophy and Science

J. Bogen , James E. McGuire
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Dec 31, 1984 · English · Hardcover (355 pages)
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Book Details

Format Hardcover
Pages 355
Language English
Published Dec 31, 1984
Publisher Springer
ISBN-10 9027715831
ISBN-13 9789027715838

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This collection delves into the intricate relationships between predication, philosophy, and scientific discourse throughout history. Through a meticulous examination of key philosophical texts, the authors explore how concepts of representation and meaning have evolved, highlighting pivotal arguments and ideas that shaped the development of Western thought.

Drawing on the legacies of figures such as Aristotle, the work reveals how foundational theories in predication have influenced contemporary approaches to science and philosophy. By connecting historical insights to modern relevance, the authors invite readers to reconsider the foundations of knowledge and the implications of how we understand and categorize the world around us.

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Philosophy
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