Probability and evidence : [based on the second series of John Dewey lectures, given at Columbia University in 1970 ; with two other essays] / A.J. Ayer

Ayer, A. J. (Alfred Jules) (1910-1989)

ISBN 10: 0333127560 / ISBN 13: 9780333127568

Published by London : Macmillan, 1972

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Very good cloth library copy in a very good if slightly edgeworn and dust-dulled dust-wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Some minor library marks remain internally. A well-preserved copy overall. Series; John Dewey lectures ; 1970. Physical description; x, 144 pages : 1 illustration ; 23 cm. Notes; Based on a series of three lectures delivered at Columbia University on 7, 8 and 9 April 1970. They constituted the second series of John Dewey Lectures. Includes index. Contents; pt. 1. Probability and evidence. The legacy of Hume -- A priori probability and the frequency theory -- The problem of confirmation -- pt. 2. Has Harrod answered Hume? -- pt. 3. The problem of conditionals. Subjects; Probabilities. Evidence. Conditionals (Logic). Hume, David (1711-1776). 1 Kg.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Probability and evidence : [based on the second series of John Dewey lectures, given at Columbia University in 1970 ; with two other essays] / A.J. Ayer
• Publisher: London : Macmillan
• Publication Date: 1972
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0333127560
• ISBN 13: 9780333127568
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: First Edition.
• Weight: 1 kilogram

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Synopsis

In "Probability and Evidence," one of Britain's foremost twentieth-century philosophers addresses central questions in the theory of knowledge and the philosophy of science. This book contains A.J. Ayer's John Dewey Lectures delivered at Columbia University, together with two additional essays, "Has Harrod Answered Hume?" and "The Problem of Conditionals."

Book Description

In this new edition of Probability and Evidence, first published in 1972, one of the foremost analytical philosophers of the twentieth century addresses central questions in epistemology and the philosophy of science. Based on Ayer's influential Dewey Lectures of 1970, Probability and Evidence contains revised versions of the lectures and two additional essays. This new edition includes Graham Macdonald's extensive introduction explaining the book's importance and influence in contemporary philosophy.