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I’m not sure whether an interactive, online logic textbook counts as an open-access philosophy book, but for those who might…
For a slightly more positive assessment, JS Mill: “The real advantage which truth has, consists in this, that when an…
These seem like sensible, measured comments. But I do have a question about (1). You ask: “Is the value of…
Here are my thoughts: https://www.natemeyvis.com/ai-skepticism-in-philosophy/ In brief: 1. I’m sympathetic to Kaufman’s view of philosophical value. 2. But generative AI…
I am very pleased to have stumbled upon this site. I am Andrew & Lynne’s nephew, Peter. My mother was…
Modern Aesthetics and Democratic Life: The Struggle for Aesthetic Freedom by Jörg Schaub (permanently open-access) Description In this innovative open-access…
A couple of broader comments, having had a little time to reflect: 1) I agree that the “pile of truths”…
Here. As many readers probably know, the power was turned off in all of lower Manhattan to try to minimize damage and explosions from the flooding. I've heard from friends that the power may be out for as much as a week. NYU is going to be closed tomorrow, though uptown, Columbia will be open tomorrow. Good luck to all those struggling to get back to normal!
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