Walter B. Weimer
Epistemology of the Human Sciences: Restoring an Evolutionary Approach to Biology, Economics, Psychology and Philosophy
Epistemology of the Human Sciences: Restoring an Evolutionary Approach to Biology, Economics, Psychology and Philosophy
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This book explores the implications of evolutionary epistemology for understanding social sciences, emphasizing the distinction between functionality and physicality. It argues that functional complexity, such as market order, social rules, and the human CNS, requires explanations of principles rather than exact predictions. It highlights the importance of studying historical context to understand behavior and cognition and compares different approaches to social organization, such as central planning and division of labor. The book is interdisciplinary and will interest academics and students in philosophy, biology, economics, psychology, and other social sciences.
Format: Hardback
Length: 410 pages
Publication date: 17 November 2022
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG
This book makes a compelling case for evolutionary epistemology, which distinguishes between functionality and physicality in the social sciences. It delves into the profound implications of this approach for understanding biology, economics, psychology, and political science. By emphasizing the inherent functionality and complexity of human cognition and behavior, the book challenges the traditional reliance on point predictions and exact laws found in the physical sciences to explain these realms.
Recognizing the significance of functional complexity, the book focuses on explanations of the principles at play rather than attempting to predict precise outcomes. This necessitates a study of historical context to gain insights into behavior and cognition. The approach highlights that functional complexity is a fundamental aspect of classical liberal ideas, such as division of labor and knowledge, and offers a more powerful and comprehensive account of social organization than central planning.
Through a comparative analysis of these approaches and its interdisciplinary scope, this book appeals to both academics and students in philosophy, biology, economics, psychology, and all other social sciences. It provides a rich and insightful exploration of the philosophical foundations of these disciplines, shedding light on the ways in which evolutionary epistemology can enhance our understanding of human behavior and social systems.
Weight: 688g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031171727
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023
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