Summary Information

Title: Richard C. Jeffrey Papers
Collection Number: ASP.2003.02
Creator: Jeffrey, Richard C.

Collection Dates: 1934-2002
Extent: 16.0 linear feet (33 boxes)

Language: English

Abstract:

Richard Jeffrey, an American philosopher, logician, and probability theorist, represents one of the most influential philosophers working in decision theory. He was also a major advocate of developing and securing the heritage of logical empiricism, himself championing 'radical probabilism', a view that denies objective probability and abandons attempts to analyze judgment into a rational and an empirical component. Digital reproductions of portions of the collection are available electronically within the finding aid.