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Understanding social science: a philosophical introduction to the social sciences
Malden, Mass.: Blackwell Publisers (1985)
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In this lucid and engaging introductory volume on the nature of society, Roger Trigg examines the scientific basis of social science and shows that philosophical presuppositions are a necessary starting point for the study of society.
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