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An Introduction to the Philosophy of Science

An Introduction to the Philosophy of Science - Cambridge Introductions to Philosophy

Second edition

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Publisher's Synopsis

This thoroughly updated second edition guides readers through the central concepts and debates in the philosophy of science. Using concrete examples from the history of science, Kent W. Staley addresses questions about what science is, why it is important, and the basis for trust in scientific results. The first part of the book introduces the central concepts of philosophy of science, with updated discussions of the problem of induction, underdetermination, rationality, scientific progress, and important movements such as falsificationism, logical empiricism, and postpositivism, together with a new chapter on social constructionism. The second part offers updated chapters on probability, scientific realism, explanation, and values in science, along with new discussions of the role of models in science, science in policy-making, and feminist philosophy of science. This broad yet detailed overview will give readers a strong grounding in philosophy of science whilst also providing opportunities for further exploration.

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Book information

ISBN: 9781009097963
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Pub date:
Edition: Second edition
DEWEY: 501
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 418
Weight: 716g
Height: 244mm
Width: 170mm
Spine width: 22mm