Ernest Nagel, one of the world's leading philosophers of science, is an unreconstructed empirical rationalist who continues to believe that the logical methods of the modern natural sciences are the most successful instruments men have devised to acquire reliable knowledge. This book presents "Teleology Revisited"-the John Dewey lectures delivered at Columbia University- and eleven of Nagel's articles on the philosophy of science.
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Ernest Nagel, one of the world's leading philosophers of science, is an unreconstructed empirical rationalist who continues to believe that the logical methods of the modern natural sciences are the most successful instruments men have devised to acquire reliable knowledge. This book presents "Teleology Revisited"-the John Dewey lectures delivered at Columbia University- and eleven of Nagel's articles on the philosophy of science.
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Good. Size: 8x5x0; 1979 paperback printing. Spine is uncreased, binding tight and sturdy; light, scattered pencil markings in text/margins; light wear to edges of wraps. Ships from Dinkytown in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Very good. This first softcover edition of "Teleology Revisited and Other Essays in the Philosophy and History of Science" by Ernest Nagel is offered in VG-condition. The covers maintain their high gloss, though some curling is evident at the corners. However, the spine remains uncreased, preserving the integrity of the volume. Light foxing is observed on the edges of the text block. An organization stamp on the first page has been neatly marked out. Within, the interior pages are clean and unmarked, ensuring a clear reading experience. Ernest Nagel, renowned as one of the world's leading philosophers of science, is an unreconstructed empirical rationalist. He continues to advocate for the logical methods of the modern natural sciences as the most successful instruments for acquiring reliable knowledge. This volume presents "Teleology Revisited, " the John Dewey lectures delivered at Columbia University, along with eleven of Nagel's articles on the philosophy of science. Rest assured, this valuable book will be carefully packaged for shipment to protect it from the elements. A complimentary USPS electronic tracking number will be provided to monitor its journey. Should you require further information or additional pictures regarding the book, please do not hesitate to contact us. Your satisfaction is our priority. 352 pages. John Dewey Essays in Philosophy.
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Very Good. Size: 9x6x1; Hardcover and dust jacket. Good binding and cover. Shelf wear. Foxing to edges. Small tear to jacket. Jacket sunned. Pages unmarked. viii, 352 pages; 24 cm.
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Near Fine. No jacket. Inscribed by the author to philosopher Adolf Grunbaum on the fly leaf. Grunbaum's ownership signature is on the top right of the fly leaf as well. 1979, First Edition. Hardcover. 352 pp. Near Fine, no dust jacket. Sharp, clean copy. This book was published as Number 3 in The John Dewey Essays in Philosophy series.
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Book. Octavo; 352 pages; VG/VG; spine red with white text; dust jacket protected with mylar; mild shelfwear to dust jacket, including scuffing, a small closed tear, and a small chip to the head of the spine; textblock clean, but slightly bowed away from the rear cover at the center of the fore edge; inscribed by Nagel on ffep; shelved Case 10. "This volume consists of the third of the John Dewey Lectures delivered at Columbia University under the auspices of the Department of Philosophy and eleven additional essays. Ernest Nagel was John Dewey Professor of Philosophy at Columbia from 1955 to 1966. He is now University Professor Emeritus" (copyright page). 1363170. Shelved Dupont Bookstore.
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