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Philosophy of the Social Sciences: How Cultural Ideals Shape Social Inquiry

Philosophy of the Social Sciences: How Cultural Ideals Shape Social Inquiry

Bishop, Robert C.

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PhilosophyGeneral SociologyHistory & Philosophy of Science

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ISBN10: 1350458295
ISBN13: 9781350458291
Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
Published: Jul 8 2028
Pages: 432
Weight: 1.00
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

Understanding the deepest issues in the philosophy of social science means understanding the personal and cultural biases social scientists cannot help but bring to their research.

This introduction is essential for students of philosophy and the social sciences, who are interested in the foundations of their disciplines. It focuses on conceptual and methodological questions in a way that identifies the often unexamined assumptions underlying the practice of social science.

These personal and cultural biases are critically analyzed along with the key ways they shape research and the interpretation of findings in different disciplines including psychology, the behavioural sciences and economics.

Chapters are thoroughly updated and do not presume a substantial background in philosophy. They cover new topics including:

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