A General View of Positivism by James K. Beilby offers a concise philosophical overview of positivism as a tradition in modern thought. Beilby explains positivism as the view that genuine knowledge is limited to empirically verifiable facts and the laws discovered by the natural and social sciences. The book outlines the movement's historical roots-especially in Auguste Comte-and its emphasis on scientific method, objectivity, and the rejection of metaphysics and theology as sources of knowledge. Beilby also highlights positivism's ambition to unify the sciences and apply scientific reasoning to social progress. Finally, the work notes key criticisms of positivism, including its difficulty accounting for values, ethics, religion, and non-empirical forms of understanding. Overall, the book serves as a clear introduction to positivism, its goals, influence, and philosophical limitations.
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Hardcover. Zustand: new. Hardcover. A General View of Positivism by James K. Beilby offers a concise philosophical overview of positivism as a tradition in modern thought.Beilby explains positivism as the view that genuine knowledge is limited to empirically verifiable facts and the laws discovered by the natural and social sciences. The book outlines the movement's historical roots-especially in Auguste Comte-and its emphasis on scientific method, objectivity, and the rejection of metaphysics and theology as sources of knowledge. Beilby also highlights positivism's ambition to unify the sciences and apply scientific reasoning to social progress. Finally, the work notes key criticisms of positivism, including its difficulty accounting for values, ethics, religion, and non-empirical forms of understanding.Overall, the book serves as a clear introduction to positivism, its goals, influence, and philosophical limitations. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9798902720423
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Hardcover. Zustand: new. Hardcover. A General View of Positivism by James K. Beilby offers a concise philosophical overview of positivism as a tradition in modern thought.Beilby explains positivism as the view that genuine knowledge is limited to empirically verifiable facts and the laws discovered by the natural and social sciences. The book outlines the movement's historical roots-especially in Auguste Comte-and its emphasis on scientific method, objectivity, and the rejection of metaphysics and theology as sources of knowledge. Beilby also highlights positivism's ambition to unify the sciences and apply scientific reasoning to social progress. Finally, the work notes key criticisms of positivism, including its difficulty accounting for values, ethics, religion, and non-empirical forms of understanding.Overall, the book serves as a clear introduction to positivism, its goals, influence, and philosophical limitations. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9798902720423
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