Thinking as a Science - Henry Hazlitt - Bog

Thinking as a Science is a classic book written by Henry Hazlitt, originally published in 1916. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of thinking and reasoning, providing readers with a systematic approach to critical thinking. Hazlitt begins by discussing the importance of thinking and how it forms the basis of all human progress. He then goes on to explain the various types of thinking, such as inductive and deductive reasoning, and provides examples of how they can be applied in everyday life.The book also covers the principles of logic, including the laws of thought and the different types of fallacies that can arise in reasoning. Hazlitt provides numerous examples of logical fallacies and how to avoid them.In addition, the book explores the role of imagination in thinking, and how it can be used to generate new ideas and solutions to problems. Hazlitt also discusses the importance of skepticism and the need to question assumptions and beliefs.Overall, Thinking as a Science is a timeless guide to critical thinking that is still relevant today. It provides readers with the tools they need to think more clearly, logically, and creatively, and to make better decisions in all areas of life.1916. Mr. Hazlitt, journalist, literary critic, economist, philosopher, was one of the most brilliant public intellectuals of our century. At the age of 20, when he finally got a job at the Wall Street Journal as a stenographer, he had already finished his first book, Thinking as a Science. Contents: The Neglect of Thinking; Thinking with Method; A Few Cautions; Concentration; Prejudice and Uncertainty; Debate and Conversation; Thinking and Reading; Writing One�������s Thoughts; Things Worth Thinking About; Thinking as an Art; and Books on Thinking.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.