Theories of Explanation.
Title:
Theories of Explanation.
Author:
Pitt, Joseph C.
ISBN:
9780198021667
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Physical Description:
1 online resource (229 pages)
Contents:
Contents -- 1. Introduction -- 2. Studies in the Logic of Explanation -- 3. Explanations, Predictions, and Laws -- 4. Statistical Explanation and Causality -- 5. A Deductive-Nomological Model of Probabilistic Explanation -- 6. The Pragmatic Theory of Explanation -- 7. Theoretical Explanation -- 8. Explanatory Unification -- 9. Explanation and Scientific Understanding -- 10. The Illocutionary Theory of Explanation.
Abstract:
An anthology of readings on theories of explanation, one of the major concerns of philosophers of science. Significant readings are included from all major schools of thought on the topic.
Local Note:
Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, Michigan : ProQuest Ebook Central, 2017. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest Ebook Central affiliated libraries.
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