McKirahan, Richard D.
Principles and Proofs
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691603254
- author:
- McKirahan, Richard D.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 354
- Dimensions:
- 25.4 x 17.78 x 1.88 centimetres
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, Epistemology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Aristotle's Theory of Demonstrative Science is reconstructed by Richard McKirahan through a thorough study of the Posterior Analytics and related texts. This comprehensive interpretation aims to follow Aristotle's lead, rather than imposing contemporary frameworks, in order to gain a deeper understanding of his theory of episteme - science. The author draws on textual, philological, and philosophical material to interpret key passages, as well as referencing Euclid's geometrical practice in the Elements to clarify difficult issues. This comparative analysis reveals a more nuanced picture of the relationship between Aristotle's theory and Greek mathematics, highlighting mutual dependence rather than one-way influence. This edition is part of the Princeton Legacy Library series, which uses print-on-demand technology to make previously out-of-print books available again. The result is a durable paperback edition that preserves the original text while increasing access to this important work in philosophy.
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