Praise of theory
Hans-Georg Gadamer
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Praise of theory
Published
January 11, 1999
Publisher
Yale University Press
Pages
234
ISBN-13
9780300073102
ISBN-10
0300073100
Description
Renowned for his work in philosophical hermeneutics and his writings on Heidegger and Hegel, the German philosopher Hans-Georg Gadamer in this collection brings into sharp focus his thoughts on the power of language, the social role and influence of science, and the idea of reason. Translator Chris Dawson provides an insightful introduction that places the essays in the context of Gadamer's other writings and discusses their significance for current scholarship in philosophy, literature, history, and science.
The Story of Philosophy
The Problems of Philosophy
Jenseits von Gut und Böse
The guide of the perplexed of Maimonides
Ἀπολογία Σωκράτους
Tractatus logico-philosophicus
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How many pages are in Praise of theory?
This edition of Praise of theory has approximately 234 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
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For most readers, Praise of theory typically takes between 4h 53m and 3h 15m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 58,500 words and common reading speeds.
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Who is the author of Praise of theory?
Praise of theory was written by Hans-Georg Gadamer.
When was Praise of theory published?
The publication date for this specific edition is January 11, 1999. The original work may have been published on a different date.