A Philosophical Essay on Probabilities

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Laplace, Pierre Simon, marquis de, 1749-1827

Contributor:

Emory, Frederick Lincoln, 1867-

Truscott, Frederick Wilson, 1870-

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"A Philosophical Essay on Probabilities" by Pierre Simon, Marquis de Laplace is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. This work delves deeply into the concepts of probability, analyzing its foundational principles and applying them to various aspects of life, mathematics, and the natural sciences. It aims to establish a framework for understanding probability and its relation to human knowledge, decision-making, and hope. At the start of the essay, Laplace introduces the topic of probability by discussing its relevance and application to everyday life, emphasizing that much of human knowledge is inherently probabilistic. He reflects on how historical interpretations of chance have evolved from mystical understandings to a more analytical perspective. He articulates the relationship between causes and effects, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of probability theory, its definitions, principles, and its implications across different fields. The discussion is framed in a formal and philosophical context, inviting readers to consider the significant role that probability plays in our understanding of the universe. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Notes:

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Philosophical_Essay_on_Probabilities

Reading ease score: 45.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Release date is 2019-02-13