Quintessence
Willard Van Orman Quine
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Quintessence
by Willard Van Orman Quine, Roger F. Gibson
Published
2008
Publisher
Harvard University Press
Pages
432
ISBN-13
9780674260030
Description
"Quintessence for the first time collects Quine's classic essays (such as "Two Dogmas" and "On What There Is") in one volume - and thus offers readers a much-needed introduction to his general philosophy. Divided into five parts, the twenty-five selections take up analyticity and reductionism; the indeterminacy of translation of theoretical sentences and the inscrutability of reference; ontology; naturalized epistemology; philosophy of mind; and extensionalism. Representative of Quine at his best, these readings are fundamental not only to an appreciation of the philosopher and his work, but also to an understanding of the philosophical tradition that he so materially advanced."--Jacket.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Quintessence?
This edition of Quintessence has approximately 432 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 Quintessence?
For most readers, Quintessence typically takes between 9h 0m and 6h 0m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 108,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 12m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 15 days • Estimated word count: 108,000 words
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What is the word count of Quintessence?
The estimated word count for Quintessence is approximately 108,000 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 Quintessence?
Quintessence was written by Willard Van Orman Quine, Roger F. Gibson.
When was Quintessence published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2008. The original work may have been published on a different date.