L Magnani: 2 books
Philosophy and Geometry
Theoretical and Historical Issues
Language: English
Release Date: December 6, 2012
Philosophers have studied geometry since ancient times. Geometrical knowledge has often played the role of a laboratory for the philosopher's conceptual experiments dedicated to the ideation of powerful theories of knowledge. Lorenzo Magnani's new book Philosophy and Geometry illustrates the rich...
Abduction, Reason and Science
Processes of Discovery and Explanation
Language: English
Release Date: June 27, 2011
This book ties together the concerns of philosophers of science and AI researchers, showing for example the connections between scientific thinking and medical expert systems. It lays out a useful general framework for discussion of a variety of kinds of abduction. It develops important ideas about...