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Born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
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Obtained Bachelor's in Mathematics and Physics
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Obtained Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral degrees in Moral Sciences.
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Philosophy teacher at University of British Columbia.
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This is one of Hacking's early publications. This book encompasses the process of discovering scientific steps through statistical reasoning and how it compares to mathematics to achieve a specific result from a philosophy standpoint.
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Philosophy teacher at Stanford University.
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Philosophy teacher at University of Cambridge.
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One of Hacking's more notable published books. Hacking took a step back in time to review how probability (or lack thereof) was used in the 17th century and compared to how probability has shaped the world around us as we use it now. Not only probability was criticized, but also induction and statistical interference. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hp7_iB9tsT8
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Philosophy teacher at University of Toronto.
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Hacking often wrote about mental health issues. Making Up People, referred to the scientific classification of people in society. His theory also called for how these different types of classifications acted when compared to one another, or how this classification was made (premediated or not).
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This book built on the ideas of previous published books. Hacking theorized that by comparing historical statistical data, one could guess probability in the 19th century.
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Another published book dedicated to reviewing multiple personality disorder. This book was published in the beginning of our understanding of this prevalent disorder. Hacking made note to include what was previously understood about this disorder and what new discoveries were made during that time.
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Ian Hacking passed away at a retirement home in Toronto, Canada at the age of 87.