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Overview
In this groundbreaking new study, Lowell Nissen explores the use of teleological language in the study of subjects such as behaviorism, negative feedback, and natural selection. He argues that all existing analyses fail to explain how teleological language can be used legitimately, and provides his own analysis in terms of intentionality.
Synopsis
In this groundbreaking new study, Lowell Nissen explores the use of teleological language in the study of subjects such as behaviorism, negative feedback, and natural selection. He argues that all existing analyses fail to explain how teleological language can be used legitimately, and provides his own analysis in terms of intentionality.
Editorials
Columbia Magazine
Nissen has given a splendid overview of the whole question of teleological thought in the biological sciences. Whether you end by agreeing with him or with others, or want to formulate your own position, you have now at hand the tools to do the job. Nissen is to be thanked a great deal.— Michael Ruse, University of Guelph, Canada
Philosophy in Review
Teleological Language in the Life Sciences is a good and useful book.— Don Dedrick, University of Guelph
Book Details
Published
October 1, 1997
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc.
Pages
270
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780847686940