Intellectual Impostures: Postmodern Philosopher... -

The authors specifically state they are not criticizing all philosophy, but rather the specific "abuse" of scientific terminology.

Critiqued for misuse of mathematical concepts like topology. Intellectual Impostures: postmodern philosopher...

Critiqued for their interpretations of mathematical and physical concepts. 3. Context: The Sokal Hoax The authors specifically state they are not criticizing

Critiqued for applying poetic language to mathematical theory. Intellectual Impostures: postmodern philosopher...

The authors argue that postmodern philosophers often use scientific jargon to intimidate readers and add an air of authority to their work, even though the usage is mathematically or physically nonsensical.