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International Studies in Phenomenology and Philosophy

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202093

Discussions on the meaning of rationality in action

Helmut StaubmannVictor Lidz

pp. 47-51

Abstract

The protocol summarizes the discussions in two sessions that followed the presentation by Schumpeter . The diagram provides a visualization of the conceptual distinctions presented by Schumpeter , but also frames objections to, and further thoughts about, them put forward by the seminar participants. The conversations centered especially on the conception of the rationality of the observed actor and on empirically observable deviations from rational action. Schumpeter 's references to important economists and sociologists as well as such theoretical traditions as the physiocrats were also discussed extensively. The reader will note that passages in the discussion echo parts of Schumpeter 's essay and thus may represent his replies to comments of others. (Eds.)

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Staubmann Helmut, Lidz Victor (2018) Rationality in the social sciences: the Schumpeter-Parsons seminar 1939-40 and current perspectives. Dordrecht, Springer.

Pages: 47-51

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-62377-1_3

Full citation:

Staubmann Helmut, Lidz Victor (2018) „Discussions on the meaning of rationality in action“, In: H. Staubmann & V. Lidz (eds.), Rationality in the social sciences, Dordrecht, Springer, 47–51.