Kenneth Liberman Libros

The book delves into the intricate dynamics of collaboration as it unfolds in natural settings. It employs phenomenological analysis to explore how individuals interact and coordinate their efforts, shedding light on the underlying structures that facilitate effective teamwork. By examining real-life examples, the author reveals the nuances of collaborative processes, enhancing our understanding of social interaction and collective behavior. This work is essential for those interested in the complexities of human cooperation and the frameworks that support it.

Exploring the practices of professional coffee tasters across various countries, this book delves into how subjective experiences are transformed into objective knowledge. It highlights the techniques and methodologies employed in the coffee tasting process, offering insights into sensory evaluation and the broader implications for understanding expertise in other fields. Through this lens, readers gain a deeper appreciation for the art and science of coffee tasting and its relevance to knowledge creation.

Husserl's Criticism of Reason, With Ethnomethodological Specifications utilizes key phenomenological concepts for empirical studies of ordinary interaction. Liberman explores how ethnomethodological investigations into philosophical thought can enhance Husserl's critique of reasoning by providing the specifics he lacked. He examines phenomenological ideas such as the limits of apophantic reasoning, logocentrism, the value of aporias and negative dialectics, and the Lebenswelt origins of meaning. For phenomenologists, Liberman offers clear summaries of essential notions that ethnomethodologists employ to uncover the implicit complexities in the thinking of philosophical practitioners engaged in formal reflection. Engaging with major figures in phenomenology and post-phenomenology, including Husserl, Heidegger, Levinas, Merleau-Ponty, and Derrida, he also presents ethnomethodological challenges to contemporary phenomenological thought. These theoretical developments are complemented by practical illustrations and detailed analyses. The work is framed within a philosophical anthropological perspective on how humans have learned to utilize formal analytic reasoning to enhance their thinking without constraining it.