Informal Philosophy by Avrum Stroll (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Informal Philosophy by Avrum Stroll Informal Philosophy provides an original look at how we should understand and teach philosophy. Avrum Stroll persuasively argues that philosophy should be evaluated using its own methodology and should not merely mimic formal scientific analysis, because while modern science d... FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Informal Philosophy provides an original look at how we should understand and teach philosophy. Avrum Stroll persuasively argues that philosophy should be evaluated using its own methodology and should not merely mimic formal scientific analysis, because while modern science does inform our philosophical views about man and his place in nature, it does not solve philosophical problems. Stroll effectively makes the case for the use of informal philosophy_that is, an approach guided by common sense, appealing to ordinary discourse, and employing a context-driven line of inquiry_to answer philosophical problems. Author Biography Avrum Stroll is Research Professor of Philosophy at the University of California at San Diego. Table of Contents 1 Introduction 2 Chapter 1: Common Sense 3 Chapter 2: The Appeal to Ordinary Language 4 Chapter 3: The Method of Cases 5 Chapter 4: What Philosophy Should Be Review Avrum Stroll presents an attractive alternative to formal philosophy in his new book. He covers a large part of classical philosophical problems with verve and insight. His "method of cases" is an especially fruitful approach to solving philosophical problems. -- Aloysius P. Martinich, Roy Allison Vaughan Centennial Professor in Philosophy, University of TexasSwimming against the tide, Avrum Stroll develops a powerful alternative conception of informal philosophy, a conception that attributes to philosophy an independent, legitimate—and, yes, intellectually important—life of its own. Standing on the three legs of common sense, ordinary language, and the method of cases (scenarios), informal philosophy is not a handmaiden of science; neither is it simply a method for resolving conceptual confusions. Professor Stroll shows how much life still exists in post-World War II ordinary-language philosophical movement. As the most eminent living practitioner of informal philosophy, Stroll brilliantly shows both its power and its appeal. -- Michael J. White, Arizona State UniversityStudents and non-academic lovers of philosophy will find themselves absorbed by this enlightening and sobering reassessment of formal philosophy. Avrum Stroll provides a refreshing alternative: philosophy as the strong liking for knowledge of what is true or right, complemented by good judgment and common sense about practical matters. Written in Strolls characteristic plain speech, Informal Philosophy will be (thoroughly) enjoyed. -- Danièle Moyal-Sharrock, University of HertfordshireThis book includes much discussion of the problems of other minds and the existence of the external world. . . . Recommended. * CHOICE, December 2009 *Here is a philosopher with his feet on the ground who tells us that while it is up to science to form our theories, sometimes common sense can be more valuable. He shows how a piecemeal look at language uncovers facts and conceptual issues beyond the reach of theoretical or any formal approaches.The rigor and astounding clarity that Avrum Stroll brings to his case for an informal and context-sensitive approach to philosophy is an example to us all and sets a standard that formalists themselves will appreciate. -- Alastair Hannay, Professor Emeritus of Philosophy, University of Olso Long Description Informal Philosophy provides an original look at how we should understand and teach philosophy. Avrum Stroll persuasively argues that philosophy should be evaluated using its own methodology and should not merely mimic formal scientific analysis, because while modern science does inform our philosophical views about man and his place in nature, it does not solve philosophical problems. Stroll effectively makes the case for the use of informal philosophy_that is, an approach guided by common sense, appealing to ordinary discourse, and employing a context-driven line of inquiry_to answer philosophical problems. Review Quote This book includes much discussion of the problems of other minds and the existence of the external world. . . . Recommended. Details ISBN0742570274 Author Avrum Stroll Short Title INFORMAL PHILOSOPHY Language English ISBN-10 0742570274 ISBN-13 9780742570276 Media Book Format Hardcover DEWEY 100 Year 2009 Place of Publication Lanham, MD Country of Publication United States Birth 1921 Imprint Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Residence San Diego, CA, US Illustrations black & white illustrations Pages 192 AU Release Date 2009-05-16 NZ Release Date 2009-05-16 US Release Date 2009-05-16 UK Release Date 2009-05-16 Publisher Rowman & Littlefield Publication Date 2009-05-16 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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