Skepticism and Freedom
Richard Allen Epstein
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Skepticism and Freedom
Published
September 1, 2004
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Pages
320
ISBN-13
9780226213057
ISBN-10
0226213056
Description
"Many of the modern attacks on the classical liberal system seek to undermine the moral, conceptual, cognitive, and psychological foundations on which it rests. Epstein rises to this challenge by carefully rebutting each of these objections in turn. For instance, Epstein demonstrates how our inability to judge the preferences of others means we should respect their liberty of choice regarding their own lives. And he points out the flaws in behavioral economic arguments which, overlooking strong evolutionary pressures, claim that individual preferences are unstable and that people are unable to adopt rational means to achieve their own ends. Freedom, Epstein ultimately shows, depends upon a skepticism that rightly shuns making judgments about what is best for individuals, but that also avoids the relativistic traps that all judgments about our political institutions have equal worth."--Jacket.
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How many pages are in Skepticism and Freedom?
This edition of Skepticism and Freedom has approximately 320 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 Skepticism and Freedom?
For most readers, Skepticism and Freedom typically takes between 6h 40m and 4h 27m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 80,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 20m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 11 days • Estimated word count: 80,000 words
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What is the word count of Skepticism and Freedom?
The estimated word count for Skepticism and Freedom is approximately 80,000 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 Skepticism and Freedom?
Skepticism and Freedom was written by Richard Allen Epstein.
When was Skepticism and Freedom published?
The publication date for this specific edition is September 1, 2004. The original work may have been published on a different date.