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The Ethics of Belief and Other Essays (Great Books in Philosophy),New
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It is wrong always, everywhere, and for anyone, to believe anythingupon insufficient evidence.' W. K. CliffordThe above forthright assertion of mathematician and educator W. K. Clifford (18451879) in his famous essay 'The Ethics of Belief' drew an immediate response from Victorianera critics, who took issue with his reasoned and brilliantly presented attack on beliefs 'not founded on fair inquiry.' An advocate of evolutionary theory, Clifford recognized that working hypotheses and assumptions are necessary for belief formation and that testing and assessing one's beliefs in light of new evidence strengthens those worthy of being held. 'The Ethics of Belief' is presented here in complete form, along with an insightful biographical introduction by editor Timothy J. Madigan. Also included are four other noteworthy essays by Clifford: 'On the Aims and Instruments of Scientific Thought,' 'Right and Wrong,' 'The Ethics of Religion,' and 'The Influence upon Morality of a Decline in Religious Belief.'
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Ethics of Belief'? A: 'The Ethics of Belief' explores the idea that it is morally wrong to hold beliefs without sufficient evidence. W. K. Clifford argues that beliefs should be based on fair inquiry and critical assessment.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Ethics of Belief and Other Essays' is William Kingdon Clifford, a notable mathematician and educator.
- Q: What essays are included in this collection? A: In addition to 'The Ethics of Belief', this book includes four other essays by Clifford: 'On the Aims and Instruments of Scientific Thought', 'Right and Wrong', 'The Ethics of Religion', and 'The Influence upon Morality of a Decline in Religious Belief'.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Ethics of Belief and Other Essays' was published on May 1, 1999.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is categorized as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it has been previously owned but remains in very good condition overall.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: 'The Ethics of Belief and Other Essays' contains a total of 140 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of 'The Ethics of Belief and Other Essays' is published in paperback binding.
- Q: Is there an introduction to the essays? A: Yes, the book includes an insightful biographical introduction by the editor Timothy J. Madigan, providing context to Clifford's work.
- Q: What philosophical category does this book belong to? A: 'The Ethics of Belief and Other Essays' falls under the category of Epistemology, which is the study of knowledge and belief.
- Q: Can this book serve as a good introduction to philosophical thought? A: Yes, this book is an excellent introduction for readers interested in philosophical thought, particularly in the area of belief and ethics, due to its clear arguments and relevance to contemporary discussions on belief formation.