Alternative Action Theory

Simultaneously a Critique of Georg Henrik von Wright’s Practical Philosophy

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Philosophy, Logic, Political
Cover of the book Alternative Action Theory by Ota Weinberger, Springer Netherlands
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Ota Weinberger ISBN: 9789401150620
Publisher: Springer Netherlands Publication: December 6, 2012
Imprint: Springer Language: English
Author: Ota Weinberger
ISBN: 9789401150620
Publisher: Springer Netherlands
Publication: December 6, 2012
Imprint: Springer
Language: English

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.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

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.

More books from Springer Netherlands

Cover of the book CCN proteins in health and disease by Ota Weinberger
Cover of the book Mapping the Social Consequences of Alcohol Consumption by Ota Weinberger
Cover of the book European Energy Markets Observatory (2010) by Ota Weinberger
Cover of the book Heidegger and Jaspers on Nietzsche by Ota Weinberger
Cover of the book The Ethics of Business in a Global Economy by Ota Weinberger
Cover of the book Reason and Education by Ota Weinberger
Cover of the book Spirituality and Ethics in Management by Ota Weinberger
Cover of the book Genomics of Plant Genetic Resources by Ota Weinberger
Cover of the book An Existential Phenomenology of Law: Maurice Merleau-Ponty by Ota Weinberger
Cover of the book Dynamics of Ocean Tides by Ota Weinberger
Cover of the book Responsibility and Criminal Liability by Ota Weinberger
Cover of the book Secondary Analysis of the TIMSS Data by Ota Weinberger
Cover of the book Infections in the Elderly by Ota Weinberger
Cover of the book Health Information — New Possibilities by Ota Weinberger
Cover of the book Handbook of Causal Analysis for Social Research by Ota Weinberger
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy