Bayes or Bust?: A Critical Examination of Bayesian Confirmation Theory by John E

Description: Bayes or Bust? by John Earman Bayes or Bust? provides the first balanced treatment of the complex set of issues involved in this nagging conundrum in the philosophy of science. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Bayes or Bust? provides the first balanced treatment of the complex set of issues involved in this nagging conundrum in the philosophy of science. There is currently no viable alternative to the Bayesian analysis of scientific inference, yet the available versions of Bayesianism fail to do justice to several aspects of the testing and confirmation of scientific hypotheses. Bayes or Bust? provides the first balanced treatment of the complex set of issues involved in this nagging conundrum in the philosophy of science. Both Bayesians and anti-Bayesians will find a wealth of new insights on topics ranging from Bayess original paper to contemporary formal learning theory. In a paper published posthumously in 1763, the Reverend Thomas Bayes made a seminal contribution to the understanding of "analogical or inductive reasoning." Building on his insights, modem Bayesians have developed an account of scientific inference that has attracted numerous champions as well as numerous detractors. Earman argues that Bayesianism provides the best hope for a comprehensive and unified account of scientific inference, yet the presently available versions of Bayesianisin fail to do justice to several aspects of the testing and confirming of scientific theories and hypotheses. By focusing on the need for a resolution to this impasse, Earman sharpens the issues on which a resolution turns. Author Biography John Earman is Professor of History and Philosophy of Science at the University of Pittsburgh. Review "John Earmans "Bayes or Bust?" is a fine analysis of many issues facing modern theoretical statistics and the enterprise of confirmation theory. It brings together technical results with great accuracy and appropriateness and will undoubtedly become a standard work among philosophers of science." --Clark Glymour, Carnegie Mellon University& quot; John Earmans Bayes or Bust? is a fine analysis of many issues facing modern theoretical statistics and the enterprise of confirmation theory. It brings together technical results with great accuracy and appropriateness and will undoubtedly become a standard work among philosophers of science.& quot; -- Clark Glymour, Carnegie Mellon University" John Earmans "Bayes or Bust?" is a fine analysis of many issues facing modern theoretical statistics and the enterprise of confirmation theory. It brings together technical results with great accuracy and appropriateness and will undoubtedly become a standard work among philosophers of science." -- Clark Glymour, Carnegie Mellon University-- Clark Glymour, Carnegie Mellon University Promotional John Earman is one of the most thoughtful commentators on Bayesianism. This is a book well worth reading for anyone seriously interested in the philosophy of science. -- Allan Franklin, Professor, University of Colorado John Earmans Bayes or Bust? is a fine analysis of many issues facing modern theoretical statistics and the enterprise of confirmation theory. It brings together technical results with great accuracy and appropriateness and will undoubtedly become a standard work among philosophers of science. -- Clark Glymour, Carnegie Mellon University John Earmans Bayes or Bust? is a witty, terse, wide-ranging, novel survey of pros and cons, beginning with a historical chapter on Bayess original paper and ending with an up-to-the-minute chapter in which Bayesianism meets formal learning theory. It is an important addition to the ongoing controversy about Bayesianism. -- Richard Jeffrey, Professor, Princeton University Bayes or Bust? offers what those who know John Earmans work expect from him: deep and original insights conveyed with lucidity and grace. It is a brilliant book that should be read by anyone interested in scientific inference. -- Philip Kitcher, Professor of Philosophy, University of California, San Diego Are you interested in learning far more about both the strengths and weaknesses of Bayesianism than you ever imagined was developed in one place? Then take a look at this book. -- Paul Teller, Department of Philosophy, University of California, Davis Details ISBN0262519003 Author John Earman Short Title BAYES OR BUST Language English ISBN-10 0262519003 ISBN-13 9780262519007 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 502.8 Residence PA, US Year 1992 Publication Date 1992-05-28 Series A Bradford Book Imprint Bradford Books Subtitle A Critical Examination of Bayesian Confirmation Theory UK Release Date 1992-05-28 Place of Publication Massachusetts Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 1992-05-28 NZ Release Date 1992-05-28 US Release Date 1992-05-28 Pages 292 Publisher MIT Press Ltd Alternative 9780262050463 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159733243;

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