New
Perspectives
1st Edition
Dr Garry Potter
2000 272
pages 0582-36974-6 (Paperback)
New
Perspectives of the Philosophy of Social Science provides a comprehensive history,
explanation and critique of empiricism and positivism within the natural and social
sciences, as well as an overview of the interpretivist/hermeneutic tradition in social
science. Questions concerning the criteria for judging truth and validity, the nature of
rationality, social reality and scientificity, unfold in a uniquely accessible dialogue
format.
Students
with no previous knowledge of this highly contested field will find themsleves taken on an
entertaining and challenging philosophical journey. The dialogue anticipates the most
frequently asked questions of such readers, provides clear explanations of all specialised
terminology and contextualises contemporary debates. It thus transforms potential
confusion into a clear understanding of complex issues. The text shows how the
perspectives of earlier traditions persist in modified form, covering poststructuralism,
postmodernism, critical theory, feminist epistemology and concludes with a critical
realist account of both natural and social science.
New
Perspectives of the Philosophy of Social Science is essential reading for students of
social theory and the philosophy of social science. Students across the full range of
social science disciplines will find the book of interest. Sociology students will find it
a particularly valuable resource
- shows how
the perspectives of earlier traditions persist in modified form, covering
poststructuralism, postmodernism, critical theory, feminist epistemology and concludes
with a critical realist account of both natural and social science.
- Assumes
no prior knowledge of the subject matter - anticipates FAQ's and provides clear
explanations
Importance
of Science; rationalism and empiricism; positivism and its problems; expanations of social
scientific understanding; hermeneutics and science; feminism and science; postmodernism;
hyperreality and critical realism
Po otrzymaniu zamówienia poinformujemy,
czy wybrany tytuł polskojęzyczny lub
anglojęzyczny jest aktualnie na półce księgarni.
