{"title":"Michael Strevens","description":"\u003cp\u003eDive into the intriguing world of science and philosophy with works by \u003cem\u003eMichael Strevens\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished author renowned for his insightful explorations into the realms of human understanding and knowledge. Strevens skilfully bridges the gap between complex scientific ideas and philosophical inquiry, making his books a captivating read for anyone passionate about unraveling the mysteries of science and human reasoning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Knowledge Machine\u003c\/em\u003e, Strevens offers a compelling narrative that scrutinises how science has become such a powerful yet enigmatic tool for discovery. He persuasively argues the importance of scientific methods and the critical role they play in advancing human knowledge, sparking readers to ponder the intricacies of scientific thought and innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThinking Off Your Feet\u003c\/em\u003e further showcases Strevens' talent for combining incisive analysis with engaging storytelling. This book delves into everyday reasoning and decision-making processes, offering a fresh perspective on how we think on our feet in various situations. It is a perfect read for those curious about the dynamics of human cognition and the philosophical questions surrounding our decision-making strategies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are an enthusiast of \u003cstrong\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e or have a penchant for \u003cstrong\u003ePhilosophy \u0026amp; Psychology\u003c\/strong\u003e, Michael Strevens' works provide an enlightening and thought-provoking journey through the confluence of these fascinating disciplines. Discover how his deftly penned books invite readers to question, reflect, and appreciate the profound impact of science and philosophy in our daily lives.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-knowledge-machine-by-michael-strevens-9780141981260","title":"The Knowledge Machine","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich with tales of discovery from Galileo to general relativity, a stimulating and timely analysis of how science works and why we need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is only in the last three centuries that the formidable knowledge-making machine we call modern science has transformed our way of life and our vision of the universe—two thousand years after the invention of law, philosophy, drama and mathematics. Why did we take so long to invent science? And how has it proved to be so powerful?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Knowledge Machine\u003c\/i\u003e gives a radical answer, exploring how science calls on its practitioners to do something apparently irrational—strip away all previous knowledge, such as theological, metaphysical or political beliefs—and channel unprecedented energy into observation and experiment. In times of climate extremes, novel diseases and rapidly advancing technology, Strevens contends that we need more than ever to grasp the inner workings of our knowledge machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46342781796588,"sku":"9780141981260","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14614583482238.jpg?v=1743941806"},{"product_id":"thinking-off-your-feet-by-michael-strevens-9780674986527","title":"Thinking Off Your Feet","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany philosophers believe they can gain knowledge about the world from the comfort of their armchairs, simply by reflecting on the nature of things. But how can the mind arrive at substantive knowledge of the world without seeking its input? Michael Strevens proposes an original defence of the armchair pursuit of philosophical knowledge, focusing on \"the method of cases,\" in which judgements about category membership—Does this count as causation? Does that count as the right action to take?—are used to test philosophical hypotheses about such matters as causality, moral responsibility, and beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStrevens argues that the method of cases is capable of producing reliable, substantial knowledge. His strategy is to compare concepts of philosophical things to concepts of natural kinds, such as water. Philosophical concepts, like natural kind concepts, do not contain the answers to philosophers' questions; armchair philosophy therefore cannot be conceptual analysis. But just as natural kind concepts provide a viable starting point for exploring the nature of the material world, so philosophical concepts are capable of launching and sustaining fruitful inquiry into philosophical matters using the method of cases. Agonising about unusual \"edge cases,\" Strevens shows, can play a leading role in such discoveries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThinking Off Your Feet\u003c\/i\u003e seeks to reshape current debates about the nature of philosophical thinking and the methodological implications of experimental philosophy, to make significant contributions to the cognitive science of concepts, and to restore philosophy to its traditional position as an essential part of the human quest for knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000826544364,"sku":"9780674986527","price":87.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8367153482428.jpg?v=1763307964"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/michael-strevens.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}