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Probability and Evidence.
by AYER, A. J
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- Hardcover
- first
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London, United Kingdom
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About This Item
London: Macmillan,, 1972. First edition, first impression, of the analytical philosopher's exploration of epistemology and the philosophy of science - a revision of his influential John Dewey Lectures of 1970, with one greatly expanded and two further essays added. Loosely inserted is a typed letter from Ayer to fellow philosopher Daniel J. O'Connor (1914-2012), regarding the publication of the second edition of the latter's biography of John Locke, as well as his receipt of purchase of the book at Dillon's University Bookshop in London. Octavo. Original blue cloth, spine lettered in gilt. With dust jacket. Top edge a little sunned, else a fine copy in good jacket, toned, with two closed tears at head of rear panel.
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- Bookseller
- Peter Harrington
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- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 157551
- Title
- Probability and Evidence.
- Author
- AYER, A. J
- Book Condition
- Used
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Place of Publication
- London: Macmillan,
- Date Published
- 1972
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About the Seller
Peter Harrington
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London
About Peter Harrington
Since its establishment, Peter Harrington has specialised in sourcing, selling and buying the finest quality original first editions, signed, rare and antiquarian books, fine bindings and library sets. Peter Harrington first began selling rare books from the Chelsea Antiques Market on London's King's Road. For the past twenty years the business has been run by Pom Harrington, Peter's son.
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- Octavo
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