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Paul Feyerabend Birth
Paul Feyerabend was born in Vienna on January 13th 1924. -
Against Method
In this book, Paul Feyerabend challenges the formalized methods of science by humanizing its depiction. Different conditions breed different scientist through education, social upbringing, and methodologies passed down through the generations. Paul relates academic concerns to ripe historical events in order to paint a clear picture of his perspective. Paul Feyerabend did not believe that people had to draw within the lines. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AiNm5Ec-GuE -
Science in a Free Society
Paul Feyerabend explains that the nature of science can not always be rationally perceived. It is the misconception that it can, that leads to the creation of boundaries that dictate how science should be conducted. In a free society, science should be able to develop without the traditional mindset hindering it. Scientific discoveries are for the people and everyone needs access to this wealth of knowledge. Paul spends much of the book depicting his anarchist view on the democracy of science. -
Farewell to Reason
In this book, Paul Feyerabend defends his relativistic views on science while indicating the flaws he sees with those who side with the rationalist perspective. His philosophy stems from the need to understand and bridge views from drastically different cultures. Paul grapples with his reality as an author with a successful career, while war and famine run rampant throughout the world. It would appear as if this book is also a farewell to the world and his followers. -
Killing Time
This was the last piece of literature ever written by Paul Feyeraband, only days before his death. Paul loved and admired his friends. He had a fondness for opera and singing. He was at the forefront of denying science the stringent structures that were once thought necessary. He was a radical philosopher, and a phenomenal salesmen of his work. His last contribution to society was a look into his personal life. -
Paul Feyerabend Death
Paul Feyerabend died in Geneva on the 13th of February in 1994.