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Logical Empiricism and the Sociology of Knowledge: The Case of Neurath and Frank.

Authors :
Uebel, Thomas E.
Source :
Philosophy of Science. Sep2000 Supplement, Vol. 67 Issue 3, pS138. 13p.
Publication Year :
2000

Abstract

Presents a reconstruction of the arguments of philosophers Otto Neurath and Philipp Frank on the legitimacy and relevance of sociological investigations of theory choice. Discussion of the social extraterritoriality of science; External influences on Theory Choice; Elaboration of the sociology of knowledge.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00318248
Volume :
67
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Philosophy of Science
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
4031223
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1086/392815