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- An Effort In The Philosophy Of Science (1876)

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The Ultimate Generalization: An Effort In The Philosophy Of Science is a philosophical book written by John Lord Peck and originally published in 1876. The book explores the concept of generalization in science and how it is used to create theories and make predictions. Peck argues that the ultimate generalization in science is the law of causation, which states that every effect has a cause. He goes on to discuss the limitations of generalization, noting that it can sometimes lead to oversimplification and the neglect of important details. The book also touches on the role of induction and deduction in scientific reasoning, as well as the relationship between science and metaphysics. Overall, The Ultimate Generalization is a thought-provoking work that delves into the nature of scientific inquiry and the limits of human knowledge.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781165649235
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 60
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x3 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 95 g.
  • BLACK WEEK
Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 12. december 2024

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The Ultimate Generalization: An Effort In The Philosophy Of Science is a philosophical book written by John Lord Peck and originally published in 1876. The book explores the concept of generalization in science and how it is used to create theories and make predictions. Peck argues that the ultimate generalization in science is the law of causation, which states that every effect has a cause. He goes on to discuss the limitations of generalization, noting that it can sometimes lead to oversimplification and the neglect of important details. The book also touches on the role of induction and deduction in scientific reasoning, as well as the relationship between science and metaphysics. Overall, The Ultimate Generalization is a thought-provoking work that delves into the nature of scientific inquiry and the limits of human knowledge.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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