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Introduction to the Philosophy of Science
Paperback / softback
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:Paperback / softback | | Pages:464 |
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| Category/Genre | Philosophy
Philosophy of science |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780872204508
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| Classifications | Dewey:501 |
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| Audience | | General | | Tertiary Education (US: College) | |
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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
Prepared by nine distinguished philosophers and historians of science, this thoughtful reader represents a co-operative 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, behavioural, and social sciences.
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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