Royal Institute of Philosophy - Dr Hane Maung on William Whewell
Wednesday 19 November 2025, 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Venue
Storey Lecture Theatre, Lancaster , LA1 1THOpen to
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Polymath from Lancaster: The Life and Philosophy of William Whewell
This lecture provides a general introduction to William Whewell, focusing on three main areas: (1) his early life and education in Lancaster; (2) his philosophy of science, including his debate with John Stuart Mill about the nature of induction; and (3) his impact on philosophical and scientific development.
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| Name | Rachel Cooper (PH) |