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The publication of The Emergence of Probability
Hacking stirred up interest in the history of probability when he looked at probability as an object and asked, “How did these objects come into being?” Hacking explained that certain discoveries were made during their recorded time because specific preconditions for the emergence of the concept existed during that exact time in history. -
The publication of Representing and Intervening
In the first part of the book, called “Representing,” Hacking takes a shot at the historical aspect of the philosophy of science and explains that arguments for or against truths in theory have always been inconclusive. Hacking argues that experimental science gives a more solid framework for a realistic attitude because experiments are often independent of theory. -
The publication of The Taming of Chance
In this book, Hacking discusses the history of probability and how probability took place slowly, at different rates and in a different manner, throughout different settings in history. Hacking also illustrates how probability theory influences our everyday lives, including our attitude toward free will and our social concept of crime and suicide. -
The publication of The Social Construction of What?
In this book, Hacking examines the topic of social construction and provides a balanced overview of the debates. Hacking takes a look at very real issues and cautiously examines them to show that each issue is a social product. Hacking’s view of social construction is useful for anyone who wishes for certain things in society to change.
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