Wittgenstein's Beetle and Other Classic Thought Experiments

by Martin Cohen

Book Overview

Wittgenstein's Beetle and Other Classic Thought Experiments invites readers to participate actively in discovering the surprisingly powerful and fruitful tradition of "thought experiments."

Gives a lively presentation of an "A to Z" of 26 fascinating and influential thought experiments from philosophy and science
Presents vivid and often humorous discussion of the experiments, including strengths and weaknesses, historical context,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1405121912
• ISBN13: 9781405121910
• Release Date: November 2004
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.4" x 9.3"