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PARADOXES
THEIR ROOTS, RANGE, AND RESOLUTION |
By: |
Nicholas Rescher |
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Hardback |
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ISBN 10: |
0812694368 |
ISBN 13: |
9780812694369 |
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Publisher: |
OPEN COURT PUBLISHING CO ,U.S. |
Pub. date: |
19 April, 2001 |
Pages: |
320 |
Description: |
Paradoxes are sets of propositions that are individually plausible, but collectively inconsitent. This book introduces the subject of paradoxes, it surveys the range of types of paradoxes, and introduces an integrated theory of paradoxes. It explains and analyzes over 130 paradoxes. |
Synopsis: |
A paradox (from the Greek word meaning ? contrary to expectation") is a statement that seems self-contradictory but may be true. Exploring the distinction between truth and plausibility, the author presents a standardized, straightforward approach for deciphering paradoxes ? one that can be applied to all their forms, whether clever wordplay or more complex issues. |
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10 B&W illustrations |
Publication: |
US |
Imprint: |
Open Court Publishing Co ,U.S. |
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