On its publication in 1957, The Poverty of Historicism was hailed by Arthur Koestler as 'probably the only book published this year which will outlive the century.'
A devastating criticism of fixed and predictable laws in history, Popper dedicated the book to all those 'who fell victim to the fascist and communist belief in Inexorable Laws of Historical Destiny.' Short and beautifully written, it has inspired generations of readers, intellectuals and policy makers. One of the most important books on the social sciences since the Second World War, it is a searing insight into the ideas of this great thinker.
| ISBN: | 9780415278461 |
| Publication date: | 21st February 2002 |
| Author: | Karl R Popper |
| Publisher: | Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 156 pages |
| Series: | Routledge Classics |
| Genres: |
Historiography Social research and statistics Philosophical traditions and schools of thought |
On its publication in 1957, The Poverty of Historicism was hailed by Arthur Koestler as 'probably the only book published this year which will outlive the century.'A devastating criticism of fixed and predictable laws in history, Popper dedicated the book to all those 'who fell victim to the fascist and communist belief in Inexorable Laws of Historical Destiny.' Short and beautifully written, it has inspired generations of readers, intellectuals and policy makers. One of the most important books on the social sciences since the Second World War, it is a searing insight into the ideas of this great thinker.
The Poverty of Historicism features in the following genres: Historiography, Social research and statistics, Philosophical traditions and schools of thought
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The Poverty of Historicism was written by Karl R Popper and published by Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis
The Poverty of Historicism has 156 pages
Yes it is part of Routledge Classics series
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