C. Mantzavinos Boeken

Individuals, Institutions, and Markets offers a theory of how the institutional framework of a society emerges and how markets within institutions work. The book shows that both social institutions, defined as the rules of the game, and exchange processes can be analyzed along a common theoretical structure. Mantzavinos' proposal is that a problem solving model of individual behavior inspired by the cognitive sciences provides such a unifying theoretical structure. Integrating the latest scholarship in economics, sociology, political science, law, and anthropology, Mantzavinos offers a genuine political economy showing how social institutions affect economic outcomes.

Naturalistic Hermeneutics, first published in 2005, proposes the position of the unity of the scientific method and defends it against the claim to autonomy of the human sciences. Mantzavinos shows how materials that are 'meaningful', more specifically human actions and texts, can be adequately dealt with by the hypothetico-deductive method, the standard method used in the natural sciences. The hermeneutic method is not an alternative method aimed at the understanding and the interpretation of human actions and texts, but it is the same as the hypothetico-deductive method applied to meaningful materials. The central thesis advocated by Mantzavinos is, thus, that there is no fundamental methodological difference between natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities. Advanced students and professionals across philosophy, social and political theory, and the humanities will find this a compelling and controversial book.

Engaging in a rich dialogue, Pablo and a student explore various themes in social philosophy and political theory, particularly focusing on the emergence and impact of institutions. The conversational format enhances accessibility and illustrates how ideas evolve through discussion, inviting readers to participate in the philosophical process. By presenting philosophy as a collaborative effort rather than a fixed discipline, the book emphasizes the dynamic nature of ideas and the importance of intellectual exchange, making complex concepts approachable for all.

This book presents a philosophical dialogue between Philip and a student, exploring the theory of explanation and defending explanatory pluralism. Set in Cape Sounion, the dialogue examines historical cases and the evolution of scientific explanation, emphasizing the importance of exchanging ideas in philosophy.