Cognitive harmony : The role of systemic harmony in the constitution of knowledge / Nicholas Rescher.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Rescher, Nicholas, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Knowledge, Theory of.

System theory.

Cognition.

Harmony (Philosophy).

Induction (Logic).

Inference.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (131 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Pittsburgh, PA : University of Pittsburgh Press, [2005]

Summary:

Nicholas Rescher's 'Cognitive Harmony' explores the concept of systemic harmony in the context of knowledge constitution. Drawing from philosophical traditions, particularly those of the ancient Greeks, the book examines how harmony is not only a musical term but also a fundamental principle in the organization of knowledge and cognition. Rescher delves into the interconnectedness of facts and the logical integrity required for a harmonious cognitive system. The text discusses the importance of coherence and consistency in information, emphasizing the role of inductive principles in achieving cognitive harmony. Targeted towards philosophers and scholars interested in epistemology and cognitive theory, this work seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of the harmonious integration of knowledge elements. Generated by AI.

Contents:

The systemic harmony of fact

Cognitive harmony in historical perspective

The systematicity of nature : harmonia mundi

Inductive principles as instruments of cognitive harmonization

Harmony and a sense of proportion in cognitive evaluation

Why philosophy itself must be systemically harmonious.

Notes:

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Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9780822970903

0822970902

OCLC:

721292401