“Now this principle of induction cannot be a purely logical truth like a tautology or an analytic statement. . . .”
Quote by Karl Popper
Work
The Logic of Scientific Discovery
This book delves into the nature of scientific knowledge, examining the methods and criteria that distinguish scientific theories from other forms of knowledge. It discusses the role of empirical evidence, the structure of scientific theories, and the process of scientific discovery. more
Author
Karl Popper
Karl Popper (July 28, 1902 – September 17, 1994) was an influential philosopher known for his work on critical rationalism and falsificationism. He is renowned for his contributions to the philosophy of science, political philosophy, and epistemology, with his ideas having a profound impact on these fields. more
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“He who does not prefer exile to slavery is not free by any measure of freedom, truth and duty.”
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Source: The Poetical Works of John Milton. [With Plates, Including a Portrait.]