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This book examines the method of mental variation, traditionally used predominantly in phenomenology and philosophy of science. The chapters include a discussion of Locke's understanding of how the mind works, and the possible role of variation in the empiricist model of acquisition of knowledge as well a discussion of Husserl's idea of free variation, and Reinach's extension of Husserl's method. Finally, there is a discussion of variation in Cognitive Science as well as a discussion of Ernest Mach's understanding of variation in thought experiments.

In an era of information overload, our need to learn how to critically evaluate the growing flood of information has never been greater. "Critical Reflection" showcases the role of reason in a world saturated by media-enhanced persuasion and complex scientific and technological jargon. Drawing from the classic philosophical texts, this engaging textbook on the art of analyzing arguments is also relevant to today's undergraduates in its use of real-life examples and exercises drawn mainly from media and politics.Malcolm Murray and Nebojsa Kujundzic cover the standard subjects in a one-semester...