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The Poverty of Historicism

Paperback • 2002 • English • 2. edition

The Poverty of Historicism

By Karl Raimund Popper

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On its publication in 1957, The Poverty of Historicism was hailed by Arthur Koestler as 'probably the only book published this year which will outlive the century.' A devastating criticism of fixed and predictable laws in history, Popper dedicated the book to all those 'who fell victim to the fascist and communist belief in Inexorable Laws of Historical Destiny.' Short and beautifully written, it has inspired generations of readers, intellectuals and policy makers. One of the most important boo...Show more

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ISBN

9780415278461

Publisher

Psychology Press

Published year

2002

Language

English

Edition

2

Original title

The Poverty of Historicism

Format

Paperback

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