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In *The Poverty of Historicism*, Karl Popper challenges the idea that history follows predetermined, universal laws. He argues that such deterministic historicist theories can lead to dangerous ideologies, including fascism and communism, which he characterizes as based on "inexorable laws of historical destiny." The book, published in 1957, critiques the method of historicism and offers a methodological critique of social science. It has been regarded as one of the most significant social‑science works since World War II, influencing scholars, policymakers, and intellectuals.
First publish date: April 1964
Genre: Philosophy/Epistemology
Authors: Karl Popper
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