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| Jan 1, 1986 | » | On Bullshit [Frankfurt]
4 min; updated Jan 26, 2025
Need to develop a theoretical understanding of bullshit. An account of what bullshit is and how it differs from what it is not. This is a common way of defining concepts in relation to others. Also saw it in the definitions of algebra, geometry and analysis as mathematical categories Remarks on Black’s “The Prevalence of Humbug” Humbug: deceptive misrepresentation, short of lying, especially by pretentious word or deed, of somebody’s own thoughts, feelings or attitudes.... |