University Libraries Promotion and Tenure Recognition

Popper’s simple, yet elegant, thesis is more than a philosophy of science. It is a philosophy to live by. I use this book to teach philosophy of science, but its value is much broader. Through a variety of essays, Popper challenges thinkers such as Plato and Socrates, and outlines how his philosophy can be used to inform social policy and combat real-world problems such as violence. His humility, compassion, and insight are truly inspiring. Moreover, his instructions to be open-minded, yet severely critical, should be reasonably attainable by all.