| Summary: | Silvia Rivera's 'Alternativas: Axiología, lenguaje y política' examines the philosophical underpinnings and alternative approaches to traditional epistemology in the context of modern science and social sciences. The book critiques the 'concepción heredada' or inherited conception of science, which is rooted in logical positivism and the Vienna Circle's principles. Rivera explores how this traditional view justifies specific modes of knowledge production and legitimizes power structures in both natural and social domains. The work advocates for a reevaluation of the epistemological assumptions in social sciences to uncover and challenge mechanisms of exploitation and marginalization. The book is aimed at scholars and students interested in philosophy of science, epistemology, and political theory, providing a critical perspective on the role of science in society.
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