Academic papers on Philosophy

Scientific Realism; Boyd Putnam and Laudan;
This 4 page paper considers the ideas of Boyd, Putnam, and Laudan in the area of scientific realism. The bibliography cites 2 sources.
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The Argument For Scientific Realism
This 9 page paper critiques and evaluates an article by Forrest that supports scientific realism. The article is used as a springboard for discussion. Several aspects of philosophy are touched on. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Primary Philosophies of Kant and Mill
A 5 page paper discussing Kant's categorical imperative and Mill's utilitarianism. Of all the philosophies that have come down to us from previous centuries, those of Kant and Mill may be the most consistently applicable to the present day. Both...
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David Hume on God
A 5 page paper which examines whether true knowledge of God is possible. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The Idealism of William Godwin
This 8 page paper considers the beliefs of William Godwin and how in his philosophical ideals the position of government and the role of contracts would be seen as interfering with the natural development of man. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
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"Oration on the Dignity of Man" by Giovanni Pico Della Mirandola
A 5 page paper which provides a summary and then reaction to Giovanni Pico Della Mirandola's "Oration on the Dignity of Man." No additional sources cited.
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Aristotle and the Ideal Constitution
A 5 page paper which examines Aristotle's "Politics" and illustrates what Aristotle sees as the foundations for the ideal Constitution. No additional sources cited.
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Alzheimer's Test: Opportunity Or Curse?
5 pages in length. Fred's dilemma stems from a twofold concern: a) self-preservation and b) looking out for his children. When applying the utilitarian theory, the student can readily understand how Fred's decision should be for taking the test on...
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Accidental Century
If "God is dead" for the modern individual, then there is no purpose to the future. A person, society and, or, culture without purpose is certain to be defined as in crisis. This 8 page paper explores the concept of the 'accidental century' as...
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Abortion: Applying Rene Descartes And David Hume's Philosophies
5 pages in length. David Hume and Rene Descartes viewed the world from two completely diverse perspectives. When applying their respective philosophies to the subject of abortion, the student will readily understand just how divergent their...
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Rawls's Justice
This 5 page paper evaluates John Rawls's work A Theory of Justice. The Aristotelian view is evaluated in light of Rawls's contribution. Other aspects are explored in respect to how society is viewed by this philosopher. No additional sources...
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Martin Heidegger/ On Thinking
A 6 page essay that analyzes some of the writing of Martin Heidegger, one of the most significant philosophers of the twentieth century and his stance toward what he called "calculative thinking" and "meditative" thinking. The writer explains why...
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Physical fitness and moral duty
A seven page paper which looks at a logical proposition concerning physical fitness, exercise and moral duty and assesses whether the proposition is correct. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Jean Paul Sartre
This 5 page report discusses philosopher Jean Paul Sartre (1905-1980)who offered the world a different vision regarding the nature of the individual
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Limitations of Induction
A 5 page paper discussing induction as a means of forming beliefs. Induction has been and continues to be used in those areas that do not lend themselves to the requirements of deduction, particularly the requirement that something be experienced...
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