New Philosophy Book Published


Trevor’s elder son, Simon, has had another book on philosophy published, entitled: ’Scientism as Pseudoscience’.


Here is a summary, as provided by Amazon:



This book provides a historical overview of philosophical debates about the distinction between science and pseudo-science, and a demonstration of how the Western Marxist tradition’s notion of the critique of ideology can elucidate this distinction. The way in which pseudo-science is often ideologically motivated is discussed in depth. Particular attention is paid to the manner in which ideology masquerading as science manifests itself in the work of genuine scientists themselves, when they popularize their work or interpret the social significance of their findings. The question of the demarcation between science and pseudo-science was once a central theme of the philosophy of science, with Karl Popper’s criterion of ‘falsifiability’ (the capacity of a hypothesis to be refuted by evidence) drawing heated debate. The author furthers the case for the centrality of the question of demarcation to a critically confident philosophy of science and argues for the value of incorporating ideology-critique into this field. This unique approach makes the book of great value to anyone interested in the history and philosophy of science and anyone interested in the social and political context of scientific research.

This book provides a historical overview of philosophical debates about the distinction between science and pseudo-science, and a demonstration of how the Western Marxist tradition’s notion of the critique of ideology can elucidate this distinction. The way in which pseudo-science is often ideologically motivated is discussed in depth. Particular attention is paid to the manner in which ideology masquerading as science manifests itself in the work of genuine scientists themselves, when they popularize their work or interpret the social significance of their findings. The question of the demarcation between science and pseudo-science was once a central theme of the philosophy of science, with Karl Popper’s criterion of ‘falsifiability’ (the capacity of a hypothesis to be refuted by evidence) drawing heated debate. The author furthers the case for the centrality of the question of demarcation to a critically confident philosophy of science and argues for the value of incorporating ideology-critique into this field. This unique approach makes the book of great value to anyone interested in the history and philosophy of science and anyone interested in the social and political context of scientific research.

"Hinterland": New Video created by Sam Skempton to Howard Skempton's music


Sam Skempton has directed a new music video to his father's organ piece, "Hinterland".  The video was produced by American composer, writer, organist and pianist, Carson Cooman. 


See:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQOGGdzp6-8


Royal Hospital Chelsea - Carol Service

Major General Keith Skempton attended the carol service at The Royal Hospital, Chelsea, on 10 Dec.  The Service also raises awareness and funds for the Army Benevolent Fund.  Chief of the General Staff, General Sir Rowley Walker, gave a short address afterwards, highlighting the current situation for the British Army at this time.


Richard Dunn Sports Centre - National Skateboarding Centre?

Trevor was the architect for the Sports Centre in Bradford.  Built in 1974, it has recently been given Listed status.  One of the proposals for its future use is by The Twentieth-Century Society, who are promoting the concept of a National Skateboarding Centre. Follow link below:


The Dunn: C20 and Ian Chalk Architects launch proposal for new national skateboarding centre in Bradford – The Twentieth Century Society


The Twentieth Century Society shop are advertising 'screen prints [Architect signed]': http://shop.c20society.org.uk