Conjectures and refutations
About this book
Conjectures and Refutations is one of Karl Popper's most comprehensive and well-known books, distinguished not only for its sharp analysis of the development of scientific knowledge but also for extending those insights to politics and history. It offers a clear and accessible explanation of the core principle that shaped his work: both our knowledge and our objectives and standards evolve through a continuous process of trial and error.
Reader Profile
4.2/5 · 1847 readers · 417 pages · ≈ 7 h 43 m · Challenging
How long does it take to read Conjectures and refutations?
About ≈ 7 h 43 m — 417 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Conjectures and refutations?
417 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Conjectures and refutations?
It sits on the Science, Philosophy, History shelves.
Is Conjectures and refutations in the public domain?
No — it is still under copyright.
Who wrote Conjectures and refutations?
Karl Popper.