Reforming Philosophy: A Victorian Debate on Science and Society by Laura J. Snyd

Description: Reforming Philosophy by Laura J. Snyder Both John Stuart Mill and William Whewell believed that by reforming philosophy - including the philosophy of science - they could effect social and political change. Situating their debate within the larger context of Victorian society and its concerns, this book shows how two very different men captured the intellectual spirit of the day. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The Victorian period in Britain was an "age of reform." It is therefore not surprising that two of the eras most eminent intellects described themselves as reformers. Both William Whewell and John Stuart Mill believed that by reforming philosophy—including the philosophy of science—they could effect social and political change. But their divergent visions of this societal transformation led to a sustained and spirited controversy that covered morality, politics, science, and economics. Situating their debate within the larger context of Victorian society and its concerns, Reforming Philosophy shows how two very different men captured the intellectual spirit of the day and engaged the attention of other scientists and philosophers, including the young Charles Darwin. Mill—philosopher, political economist, and Parliamentarian—remains a canonical author of Anglo-American philosophy, while Whewell—Anglican cleric, scientist, and educator—is now often overlooked, though in his day he was renowned as an authority on science. Placing their teachings in their proper intellectual, cultural, and argumentative spheres, Laura Snyder revises the standard views of these two important Victorian figures, showing that both mens concerns remain relevant today. A philosophically and historically sensitive account of the engagement of the major protagonists of Victorian British philosophy, Reforming Philosophy is the first book-length examination of the dispute between Mill and Whewell in its entirety. A rich and nuanced understanding of the intellectual spirit of Victorian Britain, it will be welcomed by philosophers and historians of science, scholars of Victorian studies, and students of the history of philosophy and political economy. Author Biography Laura J. Snyder is a Fulbright Scholar, professor of philosophy at St. Johns University in New York City, past president of the International Society for the History of Philosophy of Science, and author of The Philosophical Breakfast Club: Four Remarkable Friends Who Transformal Science and Changed the World. Table of Contents Acknowledgments Prologue Introduction: "Reforming the Philosophy of the Age" 1. Whewell and the Reform of Inductive Philosophy 2. Mills Radicalization of Induction 3. Reforming Science 4. Reforming Culture: Morality and Politics 5. Reforming Political Economy Conclusion: The Debates Legacy Bibliography Index Review "Snyders account of this long-running debate is history of philosophy at its best." (Times Literary Supplement)" Review Quote "Tracing the intellectual origins of how two men came to understand the needs for Victorian reform is, without question, a worthwhile and interesting examination for the more traditional political or social historian." Details ISBN022621432X Author Laura J. Snyder Pages 386 Language English Year 2014 ISBN-10 022621432X ISBN-13 9780226214320 Format Paperback Publisher The University of Chicago Press Imprint University of Chicago Press Subtitle A Victorian Debate on Science and Society Place of Publication Chicago, IL Country of Publication United States DEWEY 192 Illustrations 8 halftones Short Title REFORMING PHILOSOPHY Media Book DOI 10.7208/chicago/9780226767352.001.0001 Publication Date 2014-10-22 UK Release Date 2014-10-22 AU Release Date 2014-10-22 NZ Release Date 2014-10-22 US Release Date 2014-10-22 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:161781715;

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