Luc Bovens Stephan Hartmann Oxford University Press
Probability theory is increasingly important to philosophy. Bayesian probabilistic models offer us ways of getting to grips with fundamental problems about information, coherence, reliability, confirmation, and testimony, and thus show how we can justify beliefs and evaluate theories. Bovens and Hartmann provide a systematic guide to the use of probabilistic methods not just in epistemology, but also in philosophy of science, voting theory, jurisprudence, and cognitive psychology.
Probability theory is increasingly important to philosophy. Bayesian probabilistic models offer us ways of getting to grips with fundamental problems ...
Marga Reimer Anne Bezuidenhout Oxford University Press
Marga Reimer and Anne Bezuidenhout present a collection of brand-new essays on important topics at the intersection of philosophy and linguistics. Written by a stellar line-up of contributors drawn from both disciplines, the papers will likewise attract a wide readership of professionals and students from either side.
Marga Reimer and Anne Bezuidenhout present a collection of brand-new essays on important topics at the intersection of philosophy and linguistics. Wri...
Richard Swinburne presents a substantially rewritten and updated edition of his most celebrated book. No other work has made a more powerful case for the probability of the existence of God. Swinburne argues compellingly that the existence of the universe, its law-governed nature and fine-tuning, human consciousness and moral awareness, and evidence of miracles and religious experience, all taken together (and despite the occurrence of pain and suffering), make it likely that there is a God.
Richard Swinburne presents a substantially rewritten and updated edition of his most celebrated book. No other work has made a more powerful case for ...
The African Development Report 2005 is the seventeenth annual survey of economic and social progress in Africa. The Report provides comprehensive analysis of the state of the African economy, examining development policy issues affecting the economic prospects of the continent. The African Development Bank Group is a regional multilateral development finance institution the members of which are all of the 53 countries in Africa and 25 countries from Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North and South America. The purpose of the Bank is to further the economic development and social progress of...
The African Development Report 2005 is the seventeenth annual survey of economic and social progress in Africa. The Report provides comprehensive anal...
Evagrius of Pontus (c.345-399) was one of the prominent and influential figures among the monks of the desert settlements in Lower Egypt. This is an English translation of his writings. It also provides detailed indexes to allow the reader to identify and study the numerous themes of Evagrian teaching.
Evagrius of Pontus (c.345-399) was one of the prominent and influential figures among the monks of the desert settlements in Lower Egypt. This is an E...
Each Oxford Beginner's Bilingual Dictionary is designed to offer English speaking adult learners a comprehensive, straightforward introduction to foreign languages, covering all the vocabulary needed for the first years of study, along with notes on grammar and usage and guidance on the culture where the language is spoken. These easy-to-use references break from standard dictionary design. Clear entries with examples showing how the language works in context make it quick and simple to find the translation you're looking for, and the bold, color layout makes the dictionary easy...
Each Oxford Beginner's Bilingual Dictionary is designed to offer English speaking adult learners a comprehensive, straightforward introductio...
A Concise Course in the Art of Writing Whether you re composing a letter, writing a school thesis, or starting a novel, this resource offers expert advice on how to think more creatively, how to conjure up ideas from scratch, and how to express those ideas clearly and elegantly. No matter where you find yourself in the writing process from the daunting look of a blank page, to the rough draft that needs shaping, to the small but important questions of punctuation you ll find what you need in this one handy, all-inclusive volume. Some features include: How to use journals to...
A Concise Course in the Art of Writing Whether you re composing a letter, writing a school thesis, or starting a novel, this resource offe...
Oxford is known for publishing the world's most trusted dictionaries. This is the essential Russian Dictionary--from the first name in reference. - Revised and updated with the latest words and expressions - More than 100,000 words, phrases, and translations - New, ultra-clear text layout and design to make navigation even easier - All the essential vocabulary for everyday life
Oxford is known for publishing the world's most trusted dictionaries. This is the essential Russian Dictionary--from the first name in reference.
The Revised Standard Version dramatically shaped the course of English Bible translation work in the latter half of the Twentieth Century. It is still the translation used in official Church pronouncements, and serves as the basis for the scriptural text used in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. The Oxford RSV Catholic Bible features a Presentation Section, the Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation (Dei Verbum), a section of Prayers and Devotions of the Catholic Faith and a table of Weights and Measures in the Bible. This beautiful compact bible is available at a...
The Revised Standard Version dramatically shaped the course of English Bible translation work in the latter half of the Twentieth Century. It is still...
