The poverty of Randall Collins's formal sociology of philosophy

Article Abstract:

Criticisms are raised concerning Randall Collins' 'The Sociology of Philosophies,' which argues that intellectual change is made up of networks such as pupils and masters. The primary criticism centers on Collins' assertion that challenge and conflict are necessary for creativity, which ignores the role of cooperation or individual self-sufficiency.

New Zealand

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In search of an alternative sociology of philosophy: reinstating the primacy of value theory in light of Randall Collins's "Reflexivity and embeddedness in the history of ethical philosophies"

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An analysis is presented on the socioeconomic factors that influence the development of philosophies. Topics include reflexivity as a means of measuring change and progress in philosophic development, for both logical presuppositions and conditions of practice.

United Kingdom

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