K is for Knowledge: The Will to Believe by William James

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No other K words!

Summary: There are many different types of belief.

Bonus: Lots of Gurren Lagann this month. I think I've posted this before.

Commentary: This is mostly about classifying different types of beliefs and hypothesis. Is it significant or minor, is it mandatory or avoidable (eg, if I ask if you want a raincoat when you go outside, you could choose yes, no, or not go outside), knowable or not.

I think the most interesting is "dead" vs "alive" a live hypothesis is one where both possibilities seem plausible to you. For example, I could believe both that I'll catch 10 fish tomorrow or none. I don't think it's plausible that I'll catch a rhino. 

Rating: 2/5. This is a nice meaty philosophy text, probably well worth it if you're into that sort of thing. If I liked philosophy more, I think I'd have enjoyed it. As is, it's a little dense/in the weeds for me.