HISTORICAL INTRODUCTION TO THE PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE by Losee, John ISBN 0198700555
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This text provides a survey of the questions raised by philosophers and scientists about the proper evaluation of scientific interpretations. This edition has been updated to include discussion on contemporary developments.
Designed for those coming to the subject for the first time, this stimulating introduction offers a historical exposition of differing views on the philosophy of science. With concise profiles introducing the major philosophers whose contributions are discussed, Losee explores the long-argued questions raised by philosophers and scientists about the proper evaluation of science. This new edition incorporates contemporary developments in the discipline, including recent work on theory-appraisal, experimental practice, the debate over scientific realism, and the philosophy of biology.Taking a balanced and informative approach, with a focus on the historical development of the subject, John Losee presents a full and up to date account that is ideal for the introductory reader.NEW TO THIS EDITION: coverage of recent developments in Philosophy of Science, including philosophy of biology, normative naturalism, theory appraisal, experimental practice, theories of explanation, and scientific realism
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[edit] Title
HISTORICAL INTRODUCTION TO THE PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE
[edit] Author
Losee, John
[edit] ISBN
0198700555
[edit] Published
01/03/2001
[edit] Publisher
Oxford University Press
[edit] Binding
paperback
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17.99 (GBP)
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