Hollis, Martin
Overview
| Works: | 59 works in 452 publications in 11 languages and 11,015 library holdings |
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| Genres: | Introductions Conference papers and proceedings Textbooks |
| Roles: | Author, Editor, Compiler, Other |
| Classifications: | H61, 128.3 |
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Most widely held works about
Martin Hollis
- Trusting in reason : Martin Hollis and the philosophy of social action by Preston T King( )
- Reason, freedom, and religion : closing the gap between the humanistic and scientific study of religion by Lorne L Dawson( Book )
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Most widely held works by
Martin Hollis
Trust within reason by
Martin Hollis(
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15 editions published between 1998 and 2010 in English and Italian and held by 1,878 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Some philosophers hold that trust grows fragile when people become too rational. They advocate a retreat from reason and a return to local, traditional values. Others hold that truly rational people are both trusting and trustworthy. Everything hinges on what we mean by 'reason' and 'rational'. If these are understood in an egocentric, instrumental fashion, then they are indeed incompatible with trust. With the help of game theory, Martin Hollis argues against that narrow definition and in favour of a richer, deeper notion of reason founded on reciprocity and the pursuit of the common good. Within that framework he reconstructs the Enlightenment idea of citizens of the world, rationally encountering, and at the same time finding their identity in, their multiple commitments to communities both local and universal
15 editions published between 1998 and 2010 in English and Italian and held by 1,878 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Some philosophers hold that trust grows fragile when people become too rational. They advocate a retreat from reason and a return to local, traditional values. Others hold that truly rational people are both trusting and trustworthy. Everything hinges on what we mean by 'reason' and 'rational'. If these are understood in an egocentric, instrumental fashion, then they are indeed incompatible with trust. With the help of game theory, Martin Hollis argues against that narrow definition and in favour of a richer, deeper notion of reason founded on reciprocity and the pursuit of the common good. Within that framework he reconstructs the Enlightenment idea of citizens of the world, rationally encountering, and at the same time finding their identity in, their multiple commitments to communities both local and universal
The philosophy of social science : an introduction by
Martin Hollis(
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71 editions published between 1994 and 2016 in English and German and held by 1,832 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This textbook by Martin Hollis offers an exceptionally clear and concise introduction to the philosophy of social science. It examines questions which give rise to fundamental philosophical issues. Are social structures better conceived of as systems of laws and forces, or as webs of meanings and practices? Is social action better viewed as rational behaviour, or as self-expression? By exploring such questions, the reader is led to reflect upon the nature of scientific method in social science. Is the aim to explain the social world after a manner worked out for the natural world, or to understand the social world from within? This new interdisciplinary textbook by Martin Hollis offers an exceptionally clear and concise introduction to the philosophy of social science. It unearths central philosophical problems underlying the standard ways of thinking about social institutions and social actions, leading the reader to reflect upon the nature of scientific method itself. Is the aim to explain the social world after the manner of the natural world, or to understand it from within? Writing in his characteristically clear and incisive prose, Martin Hollis reveals the crucial role to be played by philosophy in the study of the social sciences
71 editions published between 1994 and 2016 in English and German and held by 1,832 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This textbook by Martin Hollis offers an exceptionally clear and concise introduction to the philosophy of social science. It examines questions which give rise to fundamental philosophical issues. Are social structures better conceived of as systems of laws and forces, or as webs of meanings and practices? Is social action better viewed as rational behaviour, or as self-expression? By exploring such questions, the reader is led to reflect upon the nature of scientific method in social science. Is the aim to explain the social world after a manner worked out for the natural world, or to understand the social world from within? This new interdisciplinary textbook by Martin Hollis offers an exceptionally clear and concise introduction to the philosophy of social science. It unearths central philosophical problems underlying the standard ways of thinking about social institutions and social actions, leading the reader to reflect upon the nature of scientific method itself. Is the aim to explain the social world after the manner of the natural world, or to understand it from within? Writing in his characteristically clear and incisive prose, Martin Hollis reveals the crucial role to be played by philosophy in the study of the social sciences
Rationality and relativism by
Martin Hollis(
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61 editions published between 1982 and 1997 in English and held by 981 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
61 editions published between 1982 and 1997 in English and held by 981 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Models of man : philosophical thoughts on social action by
Martin Hollis(
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42 editions published between 1977 and 2015 in 3 languages and held by 901 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
All social theorists and philosophers who seek to explain human action have a 'model of man'; a metaphysical view of human nature that requires its own theory of scientific knowledge. In this influential book, Martin Hollis examines the tensions that arise from the differing views of sociologists, economists and psychologists. He then develops a rationalist model of his own which connects personal and social identity through a theory of rational action and a priori knowledge, allowing humans to both act freely and still be a subject for scientific explanation. Presented in a fresh series livery and including a specially commissioned preface written by Geoffrey Hawthorn, Hollis's important work is made available to a new generation of readers
42 editions published between 1977 and 2015 in 3 languages and held by 901 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
All social theorists and philosophers who seek to explain human action have a 'model of man'; a metaphysical view of human nature that requires its own theory of scientific knowledge. In this influential book, Martin Hollis examines the tensions that arise from the differing views of sociologists, economists and psychologists. He then develops a rationalist model of his own which connects personal and social identity through a theory of rational action and a priori knowledge, allowing humans to both act freely and still be a subject for scientific explanation. Presented in a fresh series livery and including a specially commissioned preface written by Geoffrey Hawthorn, Hollis's important work is made available to a new generation of readers
Invitation to philosophy by
Martin Hollis(
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41 editions published between 1985 and 2009 in 5 languages and held by 871 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
In this revised and updated edition of a classic introductory text, Martin Hollis leads his readers through the age-old philosophical questions of free choice and human nature, appearance and reality, reason and experience, and to newer ones or rationality and morality, other minds and inner selves, and the relation between the natural and human worlds. Using theories and examples ranging from Plato, Descartes, Hume and Kant to T.S. Eliot and Sherlock Holmes, the author paints a delightfully vivid picture of the discipline that is a perfect start for students beginning courses in philosophy or for anyone meeting the subject for the first time
41 editions published between 1985 and 2009 in 5 languages and held by 871 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
In this revised and updated edition of a classic introductory text, Martin Hollis leads his readers through the age-old philosophical questions of free choice and human nature, appearance and reality, reason and experience, and to newer ones or rationality and morality, other minds and inner selves, and the relation between the natural and human worlds. Using theories and examples ranging from Plato, Descartes, Hume and Kant to T.S. Eliot and Sherlock Holmes, the author paints a delightfully vivid picture of the discipline that is a perfect start for students beginning courses in philosophy or for anyone meeting the subject for the first time
Rational economic man : a philosophical critique of neo-classical economics by
Martin Hollis(
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36 editions published between 1965 and 2006 in English and Undetermined and held by 765 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Economics is probably the most subtle, precise and powerful of the social sciences and its theories have deep philosophical import. Yet the dominant alliance between economics and philosophy has long been cheerfully simple. This is the textbook alliance of neo-Classicism and Positivism, so crucial to the defence of orthodox economics against by now familiar objections. This is an unusual book and a deliberately controversial one. The authors cast doubt on assumptions which neo-Classicists often find too obvious to defend or, indeed, to mention. They set out to disturb an influential concensus and to champion an unpopular cause. Although they go deeper into both philosophy and economics than is usual in interdisciplinary works, they start from first principles and the text is provokingly clear. This will be a stimulating book for all economic theorists and philosophers interested in the philosophy of science and social science
36 editions published between 1965 and 2006 in English and Undetermined and held by 765 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Economics is probably the most subtle, precise and powerful of the social sciences and its theories have deep philosophical import. Yet the dominant alliance between economics and philosophy has long been cheerfully simple. This is the textbook alliance of neo-Classicism and Positivism, so crucial to the defence of orthodox economics against by now familiar objections. This is an unusual book and a deliberately controversial one. The authors cast doubt on assumptions which neo-Classicists often find too obvious to defend or, indeed, to mention. They set out to disturb an influential concensus and to champion an unpopular cause. Although they go deeper into both philosophy and economics than is usual in interdisciplinary works, they start from first principles and the text is provokingly clear. This will be a stimulating book for all economic theorists and philosophers interested in the philosophy of science and social science
The cunning of reason by
Martin Hollis(
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25 editions published between 1987 and 2011 in English and Japanese and held by 705 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
In this book, the author is attempting to make sense, as a philosopher, of the ideas of rationality put forward by economists, sociologists, and political theorists. The book intervenes in intense current debates within and among several disciplines. Its concern is with the true nature of social actors and the proper character of social science. Its arguments are the more challenging for being presented in simple, incisive, and lucid prose
25 editions published between 1987 and 2011 in English and Japanese and held by 705 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
In this book, the author is attempting to make sense, as a philosopher, of the ideas of rationality put forward by economists, sociologists, and political theorists. The book intervenes in intense current debates within and among several disciplines. Its concern is with the true nature of social actors and the proper character of social science. Its arguments are the more challenging for being presented in simple, incisive, and lucid prose
Explaining and understanding international relations by
Martin Hollis(
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32 editions published between 1990 and 2009 in English and held by 670 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A collaboration between a philosopher and an international relations scholar, this work examines the philosophical issues that underlie the theory of international relations. Part I focuses on the dominant theories of Idealism, Realism, and behavioralism, and Part II examines the international system, the state, bureaucracies, and the individual--four factors commonly assumed to account for international behavior. The authors conclude with a summary of the links between the two forms of analysis and an open-ended assessment of their relative merits which will stimulate further discussion.--Publisher description
32 editions published between 1990 and 2009 in English and held by 670 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A collaboration between a philosopher and an international relations scholar, this work examines the philosophical issues that underlie the theory of international relations. Part I focuses on the dominant theories of Idealism, Realism, and behavioralism, and Part II examines the international system, the state, bureaucracies, and the individual--four factors commonly assumed to account for international behavior. The authors conclude with a summary of the links between the two forms of analysis and an open-ended assessment of their relative merits which will stimulate further discussion.--Publisher description
Philosophy and economic theory by
Frank Hahn(
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18 editions published between 1979 and 1986 in English and Spanish and held by 578 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
18 editions published between 1979 and 1986 in English and Spanish and held by 578 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Reason in action : essays in the philosophy of social science by
Martin Hollis(
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14 editions published between 1995 and 1999 in English and Undetermined and held by 380 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Did Adam and Eve act rationally in eating the fruit of the forbidden tree? That can seem to depend solely on whether they had found the best means to their ends, in the spirit of the 'economic' theories of rationality. Martin Hollis respects the elegance and power of these theories but judges their paradoxes endemic. He argues that social action cannot be understood by viewing human beings as abstract individuals with preferences in search of satisfaction, nor by divorcing practical reason from questions of the rationality of norms, principles, practices and ends. These essays, focused on the themes of 'rational choice', 'roles and reason' and 'other cultures, other minds', make the point and explore alternative approaches. Culled in revised form from twenty-five years' work, they range across periods and disciplines with a philosophical imagination and vivid prose, which will engage philosophers and social scientists alike
14 editions published between 1995 and 1999 in English and Undetermined and held by 380 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Did Adam and Eve act rationally in eating the fruit of the forbidden tree? That can seem to depend solely on whether they had found the best means to their ends, in the spirit of the 'economic' theories of rationality. Martin Hollis respects the elegance and power of these theories but judges their paradoxes endemic. He argues that social action cannot be understood by viewing human beings as abstract individuals with preferences in search of satisfaction, nor by divorcing practical reason from questions of the rationality of norms, principles, practices and ends. These essays, focused on the themes of 'rational choice', 'roles and reason' and 'other cultures, other minds', make the point and explore alternative approaches. Culled in revised form from twenty-five years' work, they range across periods and disciplines with a philosophical imagination and vivid prose, which will engage philosophers and social scientists alike
Pluralism and liberal neutrality(
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8 editions published between 1998 and 2006 in English and held by 173 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"In this book a group of internationally renowned political theorists explore the pluralist challenge to liberal neutrality. Some defend neutrality against its critics by reinterpreting its scope and character, others search for an alternative basis for liberalism in compromise, mutual recognition or perfectionism."--Jacket
8 editions published between 1998 and 2006 in English and held by 173 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"In this book a group of internationally renowned political theorists explore the pluralist challenge to liberal neutrality. Some defend neutrality against its critics by reinterpreting its scope and character, others search for an alternative basis for liberalism in compromise, mutual recognition or perfectionism."--Jacket
The light of reason: rationalist philosophers of the 17th century by
Martin Hollis(
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6 editions published in 1973 in English and held by 149 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
6 editions published in 1973 in English and held by 149 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Moralische Entscheidung und rationale Wahl by
Martin Hollis(
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11 editions published between 1992 and 2019 in 4 languages and held by 130 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Klugheit und Moralität werden gewöhnlich für gegensätzlich gehalten. Die Klugheit sagt uns, "Tue das, was Deinen Interessen am besten entspricht". Die Moralität dagegen verlangt von jedem von uns, das Richtige zu tun. Unter dem "Richtigen" wird meist das verstanden, was für jeden – oder zumindest für die meisten – das Beste ist. Die Autoren des Bandes wenden sich dem Problemfeld eine Entscheidung zwischen Klugheit und Moralität aus dem Blickwinkel der Spieltheorie zu. Sie versuchen nicht weniger als eine Theorie der praktischen Vernunft aufzustellen – für eine Welt, die naturwissenschaftlich und individualistisch bestimmt ist
11 editions published between 1992 and 2019 in 4 languages and held by 130 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Klugheit und Moralität werden gewöhnlich für gegensätzlich gehalten. Die Klugheit sagt uns, "Tue das, was Deinen Interessen am besten entspricht". Die Moralität dagegen verlangt von jedem von uns, das Richtige zu tun. Unter dem "Richtigen" wird meist das verstanden, was für jeden – oder zumindest für die meisten – das Beste ist. Die Autoren des Bandes wenden sich dem Problemfeld eine Entscheidung zwischen Klugheit und Moralität aus dem Blickwinkel der Spieltheorie zu. Sie versuchen nicht weniger als eine Theorie der praktischen Vernunft aufzustellen – für eine Welt, die naturwissenschaftlich und individualistisch bestimmt ist
Tantalizers: a book of original logical puzzles by
Martin Hollis(
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4 editions published between 1970 and 1975 in English and held by 75 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
4 editions published between 1970 and 1975 in English and held by 75 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Rationalität und soziales Verstehen by
Martin Hollis(
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5 editions published in 1991 in German and held by 63 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
5 editions published in 1991 in German and held by 63 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Filosofía de las ciencias sociales : una introducción by
Martin Hollis(
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4 editions published in 1998 in Spanish and held by 37 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Introducción : problemas de estructura y acción - Descubrir la verdad : la vía racionalista - La ciencia positiva : la vía empirista - Hormigas, arañas y abejas : ¿una tercera vía? - Sistemas y funciones - Juegos con agentes racionales - Comprender la acción social - El yo y los papeles - Explicar y comprender - ¿Una ciencia social axiológicamente neutra? - Racionalidad y relativismo
4 editions published in 1998 in Spanish and held by 37 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Introducción : problemas de estructura y acción - Descubrir la verdad : la vía racionalista - La ciencia positiva : la vía empirista - Hormigas, arañas y abejas : ¿una tercera vía? - Sistemas y funciones - Juegos con agentes racionales - Comprender la acción social - El yo y los papeles - Explicar y comprender - ¿Una ciencia social axiológicamente neutra? - Racionalidad y relativismo
Filozofija družbene vede : uvod by
Martin Hollis(
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1 edition published in 2002 in Slovenian and held by 26 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
1 edition published in 2002 in Slovenian and held by 26 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
She hui ke xue zhe xue by Huo Li Si(
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1 edition published in 2007 in Chinese and held by 20 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
1 edition published in 2007 in Chinese and held by 20 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Introduzione alla filosofia by
Martin Hollis(
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3 editions published in 1994 in Italian and held by 20 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
3 editions published in 1994 in Italian and held by 20 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Rationality in action : essays in the philosophy of social science by
Martin Hollis(
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2 editions published in 1996 in English and held by 11 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
2 editions published in 1996 in English and held by 11 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
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Related Identities
- Lukes, Steven Other Editor
- Nell, Edward J. Other
- Smith, Steve 1952-
- Hahn, Frank Compiler Author Editor
- King, Preston T. 1936-
- Bellamy, Richard (Richard Paul) Other Editor
- Dawson, Lorne L. 1954- Author
- Vossenkuhl, Wilhelm 1945- Author Editor
- Domènech, Antoni
- Lizón, Ana Translator
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Confidence--Social aspects Cultural pluralism Culture Economic man Economics Economics--Philosophy Ethics Great Britain Hollis, Martin Human behavior Human beings Human beings--Philosophy International relations International relations--Philosophy Kahneman, Daniel, Language and languages Liberalism Logic Logic puzzles Neoclassical school of economics Philosophy Philosophy, Modern Political ethics Practical reason Puzzles Rationalism Reason Reasoning (Psychology) Relativity Religion Religion and sociology Religion--Philosophy Religion--Study and teaching Social action Social sciences Social sciences--Philosophy Sociology Sociology--Philosophy Trust--Social aspects Tversky, Amos
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Hollis, James Martin
Hollis, James Martin 1938-1998
Hollis, M.
Hollis, M. (Martin)
Hollis, Martin
Martin Hollis britischer rationalistischer Philosoph
Martin Hollis British philosopher
Martin Hollis Brits filosoof (1938-1998)
Martin Hollis filòsof britànic
Martin Hollis filósofo británico
Martin Hollis philosophe britannique
مارتن هوليس فيلسوف بريطاني
ホリス
ホリス, マーティン
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