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Book Title
Theory and Reality: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Science,
ISBN
022661865X

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Publisher
University of Chicago Press
ISBN-10
022661865X
ISBN-13
9780226618654
eBay Product ID (ePID)
6050035816

Product Key Features

Number of Pages
368 Pages
Publication Name
Theory and Reality : an Introduction to the Philosophy of Science, Second Edition
Language
English
Subject
Philosophy & Social Aspects, Epistemology, General
Publication Year
2021
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Philosophy, Science
Author
Peter Godfrey-Smith
Format
Trade Paperback

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0.1 in
Item Weight
20.5 Oz
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Edition Number
2
Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
LCCN
2020-053632
Reviews
Godfrey-Smith displays consistent clarity. It is truly refreshing to read a text that is thorough, clear, and penetrating. Students with little or no background in philosophy or philosophy of science will find this book to be extremely worthwhile. Professionals in other fields and other disciplines will appreciate the breadth and depth. . . . Whether you teach philosophy of science, or whether you are simple interested in issues relating science, philosophy, history, and other fields, I am confident that you'll find Theory and Reality an accessible and rewarding read., A stimulating introduction to nearly every department of general philosophy of science. . . . Godfrey-Smith's attempt to inject new vigor and liveliness into philosophy of science is quite successful, as evidenced by the charmingly opinionated style of presentation and the ease with which he ties latter-day perspectives on science back to the classic positivist tradition and the history of science. . . . A very fresh and well-conceived book., An excellent overview of the philosophy of science from the early 20th century onward. . . . Recommended., Godfrey-Smith presents a clear, comprehensive, and accessible introductory survey of the major problems and movements in the philosophy of science. It is an excellent book to use on its own in a lower-level philosophy of science course or as a supplement to some anthology of primary texts in a more sophisticated upper-level course. It would also suit anyone who has interest in the subject but little patience for jargon-heavy professional philosophy. . . . His exposition is accented by insightful commentary and criticism, and by examples from the history of science all with a keen sense of humor.
Dewey Edition
23
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
501
Table Of Content
Preface Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Empiricism Chapter 3 Evidence and Induction Chapter 4 Popper: Conjecture and Refutation Chapter 5 Kuhn's Revolution Chapter 6 Theories and Frameworks Chapter 7 The Challenge from Sociology of Science Chapter 8 Science Is Political Chapter 9 Naturalistic Philosophy Chapter 10 Scientific Realism Chapter 11 Explanation, Laws, and Causes Chapter 12 Bayesianism and New Views of Evidence Chapter 13 Truth, Simplicity, and Other Problems Chapter 14 The Future Glossary Websites References Index
Synopsis
How does science work? Does it tell us what the world is "really" like? What makes it different from other ways of understanding the universe? In Theory and Reality , Peter Godfrey-Smith addresses these questions by taking the reader on a grand tour of more than a hundred years of debate about science. The result is a completely accessible introduction to the main themes of the philosophy of science. Examples and asides engage the beginning student, a glossary of terms explains key concepts, and suggestions for further reading are included at the end of each chapter. Like no other text in this field, Theory and Reality combines a survey of recent history of the philosophy of science with current key debates that any beginning scholar or critical reader can follow. The second edition is thoroughly updated and expanded by the author with a new chapter on truth, simplicity, and models in science.
LC Classification Number
Q175.G596 2021

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