Our Knowledge of the External World: As a Field for Scientific Method in Philosophy
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In 'Our Knowledge of the External World,' Bertrand Russell undertakes a philosophical investigation into the nature of our knowledge about the external world. He argues that our knowledge of the external world is indirect and mediated through our senses. Russell examines the relationship between our sensory experiences and the scientific concepts that we use to describe the world, such as space, time, and matter. He argues that these concepts are not derived from direct experience but are instead the result of logical analysis and inference. Russell's analysis provides a foundation for understanding the limits of our knowledge about the external world and the role of reason in shaping our understanding of reality.Book Details
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Bertrand Arthur William Russell, 3rd Earl Russell was a British polymath, philosopher, logician, mathematician, historian, writer, social critic, political activist, and Nobel laureate. Throughout his...
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