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Wittgenstein's Beetle and Other Classic Thought Experiments

Martin Cohen
ISBN: 978-1-4051-2191-0
Hardcover
152 pages
November 2004, Wiley-Blackwell
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  • A lively "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, and contemporary uses
  • Provides a "how to" section for engaging in thought experiments
  • Includes illustrations, mini-biographies, and suggestions for further reading.

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