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Introduction to the Philosophy of Science
Hardback
Main Details
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Introduction to the Philosophy of Science
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Merrilee H. Salmon
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By (author) John Earman
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By (author) Clark Glymour
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By (author) James G. Lennox
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Hardback | | Pages:464 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 242,Width 191 |
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| Category/Genre | Philosophy of science |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780872204515
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| Classifications | Dewey:501 |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
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| Imprint |
Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
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| Publication Date |
1 March 1999 |
| Publication Country |
United States
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Description
A reprint of the Prentice-Hall edition of 1992. Prepared by nine distinguished philosophers and historians of science, this thoughtful reader represents a cooperative effort to provide an introduction to the philosophy of science focused on cultivating an understanding of both the workings of science and its historical and social context. Selections range from discussions of topics in general methodology to a sampling of foundational problems in various physical, biological, behavioral, and social sciences. Each chapter contains a list of suggested readings and study questions.
ReviewsThe overall standard of the volume is extraordinarily high, and I have no doubt that this will be the text in philosophy of science for a couple of decades. The coverage is remarkable both in breadth and depth. . . . an amazingly good book. . . . written by an all-star team. . . . --Philip Kitcher, Columbia University
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