Alasdair MacIntyre, Charles Taylor, and the Demise of Naturalism

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The book explores the integration of ethical and normative concerns into social science, challenging the dominance of scientism. Jason Blakely analyzes the intellectual paths of Charles Taylor and Alasdair MacIntyre, revealing their critiques of analytic philosophy and modern social science. Both thinkers advocate for a revived humanism, emphasizing human agency in contrast to reductive methodologies. Their philosophies offer a fresh political framework that addresses contemporary societal challenges, providing valuable insights for researchers across various disciplines.