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Philosophy of Science

Teach Yourself

Paperback

Published: 17th August 2012
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Join the quest for truth. Understand what science means, how it came about, and why it matters.

A modern understanding of the world is unthinkable without science, but what exactly is it? What does it mean to say that something is 'scientific'? How are its results justified? From the genetic basis of life, to the structures of the universe and the atom, TEACH YOURSELF PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE explores how the key ideas that shape our world have been developed.

- Investigate the history of science.

- Examine scientific method.

- Discover key philosophers and scientists.

- Explore the impact of science on Western thought.

About the Author

Mel Thompson (Chelmsford, England) is a bestselling author specializing in philosophy, religion and ethics.

Introduction 1. The history of science 2. The scientific method 3. Theories, laws and progress 4. Scientific realism 5. Relativism, instrumentalism and relevance 6. Predictability and determinism 7. The philosophy of biology 8. Science and humankind 9. Cosmology 10. Science and authority Postscript: The quest for knowledge and control Glossary Taking it further Index

ISBN: 9781444157659
ISBN-10: 1444157655
Series: Teach Yourself
Audience: General
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Number Of Pages: 208
Published: 17th August 2012
Dimensions (cm): 19.7 x 13.1  x 1.5
Weight (kg): 0.19