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Studies in Empirical Philosophy
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Studies in Empirical Philosophy was published in 1962 shortly after Anderson's death. It remains the main published source of material on Anderson's systematic philosophy and includes an introduction by John Passmore.
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Studies in Empirical Philosophy was published in 1962 shortly after Anderson's death and had been prepared by him to include most of his published articles from the Australasian Journal of Philosophy and Psychology. It also includes a couple of articles written especially for the book. It remains the main published source of material on Anderson's systematic philosophy. John Passmore has kindly granted permission for his introduction to be included in this new release.
John Anderson (1893-1962) was Challis Professor of Philosophy at the University of Sydney from 1927 until 1958. He is generally regarded as the most important philosopher to have worked in Australia. His students included not only academic philosophers but also important figures in politics, law and journalism. His impact upon Sydney's social and cultural life was enormous.
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ISBN: 9781920898175
Publisher: Sydney University Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 03 January 2006
Country: Australia
Imprint: Sydney University Press
Illustration: 1 b&w ill.
Audience: Professional and scholarly
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Spine width: 38.0mm
Width: 148.0mm
Height: 210.0mm
Weight: 620g
Pages: 473
About the Author
John Anderson was the Challis professor of philosophy at the University of Sydney from 1927 to 1958.
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