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Alternative Action Theory: Simultaneously a Critique of Georg Henrik Von Wright's Practical Philosophy 1998 Edition
Contributor(s): Weinberger, Ota (Author)

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 ISBN: 0792351843     ISBN-13: 9780792351849
Publisher: Springer
OUR PRICE: $161.49  

Binding Type: Hardcover - See All Available Formats & Editions
Published: September 1998
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BISAC Categories:
- Philosophy | Movements - Humanism
Dewey: 128.4
LCCN: 98027163
Series: Theory and Decision Library
Physical Information: 0.81" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" L (1.45 lbs) 320 pages
Features: Bibliography, Index
 
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Action is conceived of as an intentional behavior of an individual or of an institutional subject; it is determined by information processing, namely by a process in which pieces of descriptive and practical information are involved. Action is explained by a formal and finalistic theory which is connected with a specific theory of institutions. The philosophical basis of the logic of norm sentences and of other systems of practical thinking (formal teleology, axiology, logic of preferences) is discussed. The author criticizes traditional deontic logic and argues in favor of a genuine logic of norms. The book gives a structure analysis of the so-called practical inference and of nomic causal propositions. Besides a critical account of von Wright's practical philosophy the author offers critical analyses of discourse rationality (Habermas, Apel, Alexy) and of Wittgenstein's views on philosophizing.
The book addresses readers interested in philosophical logic, practical philosophy, sociology of institutions, legal philosophy, and theory democracy.
 
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