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Nancy Cartwright's How the Laws of Physics Lie argues that fundamental laws in physics describe idealized models rather than reality. She emphasizes the importance of phenomenological laws and causal explanations for practical knowledge. The book challenges traditional views of scientific explanation, highlighting the limitations of theoretical laws
Aristotle's Posterior Analytics explores how knowledge is acquired through demonstration, built on pre-existing knowledge, and grounded in first principles. It emphasizes the role of syllogism in scientific reasoning and the distinction between induction and deduction. This work is foundational for understanding the structure and process of obtaining true knowledge
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Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics explores how moral knowledge is acquired through experience and habitual practice. It emphasizes practical wisdom (phronesis) as essential for applying ethical principles in real-life situations. The work is important for highlighting the role of reason and deliberation in achieving virtue and making sound moral decisions.
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Aristotle's Metaphysics explores the nature of knowledge, emphasizing that it begins with sense perception and progresses to universal truths through reason. It distinguishes between true knowledge (episteme) and opinion (doxa), highlighting the importance of understanding first principles. The work is foundational for understanding how we acquire and organize knowledge.
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Thomas Kuhn’s The Structure of Scientific Revolutions argues that scientific progress occurs through paradigm shifts rather than gradual accumulation. These shifts happen when anomalies challenge the prevailing scientific framework, leading to a crisis and revolution. The book is crucial for understanding the dynamic, non-linear nature of scientific advancement.
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