Unended Quest: An Intellectual Autobiography Routledge Classics 2nd Edition

The reception of "Unended Quest: An Intellectual Autobiography" by Karl Popper has been generally positive among readers interested in epistemology and philosophy. The book is described as a lucid and elegant summary of Popper's thinking, with one reviewer noting that it requires a lot of concentration but is worth the effort. Popper's dismantling of empiricism and his description of how objective knowledge is created are highlighted as monumental contributions to philosophy. The autobiography is recommended for individuals interested in the intellectual life of great thinkers and those who wish to engage in critical thinking. It is praised for its informative accounts of Popper's theories and entertaining life stories. The book is said to be set up similar to Popper's problem-solving methodology, offering an insight into his approach to solving problems and developing theories. Readers particularly enjoy the first half of the book, which includes personal events and development intertwined with chapters relating to how these events led to theories and ideas. However, some readers find the second half, which concentrates more on explaining his ideas, to be less engaging. Overall, "Unended Quest: An Intellectual Autobiography" is recommended for individuals interested in epistemology, philosophy of science, and the intellectual journey of Karl Popper.