Objectivity
Tibor R. Machan
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Objectivity
Published
2003
Publisher
Ashgate
Pages
123
ISBN-10
0754640426
Description
"In this book Professor Machan defends objectivity in philosophy, science, and everyday life from its many critics. Objectivity stands in need of a defence because it is a difficult ideal to serve, especially in an era of multiculturalism, deconstructionism, feminism, and diversity. People from different cultures report having radically different experiences, indeed radically different worlds. They usually claim that their experiences are as true as anyone else's. Deconstructionists tell us that we know nothing determinate beyond language, i.e., that we don't know what we are talking about. Feminists often maintain that women and men see the world in significantly different ways. The idea of diversity gains much of its plausibility from the idea that people from diverse backgrounds all have their own valid ways of seeing the world." "The most prominent movements in Anglo-American and continental philosophy are against objectivity. Such figures as Richard Rorty and Jacques Derrida unambiguously deny that human beings are capable of knowing the world as it is. This book considers and responds to these and similar challenges to objectivity."--Jacket.
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How many pages are in Objectivity?
This edition of Objectivity has approximately 123 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Objectivity?
For most readers, Objectivity typically takes between 2h 34m and 1h 43m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 30,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 3m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 5 days • Estimated word count: 30,750 words
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What is the word count of Objectivity?
The estimated word count for Objectivity is approximately 30,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Objectivity?
Objectivity was written by Tibor R. Machan.
When was Objectivity published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2003. The original work may have been published on a different date.