The Philosophy of Science
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Book Overview
Readings that chart the rise and decline of logical positivism and the emergence of a new consensus, emphasizing the relation between theoretical and applied questions. The more than forty readings in this anthology cover the most important developments if the past six decades, charting the rise and decline of logical positivism and the gradual emergence of a new consensus concerning the major issues and theoretical options in the field. The editors have included articles on all the major special sciences and emphasize the relation between the more theoretical and applied questions. Part One deals with basic theoretical issues: confirmation, semantics, and the interpretation of theories; causation and explanation; and reductionism and the unity of science. In Part Two, these relatively abstract themes are illustrated and examined further in light of issues in the various special sciences including physics, biology, psychology, and social science.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0262521563
ISBN13:9780262521567
Release Date:June 1991
Publisher:Bradford Book
Length:816 Pages
Weight:3.65 lbs.
Dimensions:1.8" x 7.1" x 10.0"
Age Range:18 years and up
Grade Range:Postsecondary and higher
Customer Reviews
2 ratings
A great compendium, but requires previous knowledge
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
As another reviewer stated, this is NOT a book for the beginner in philosophy of science. An undergraduate philosophy student who has taken other upper-level philosophy courses may have a slightly easier time with it, but some concepts are proper of scientific epistemology and require either previous expertise or thorough discussion on the instructor's part. The content itself, of course, is excellent and quite comprehensive. Just consider your level of philosophical education and know what you're getting.
Very good compilation
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
The book includes essays and articles from most well-known philosophers of science, in practically every branch and school (from Kuhn to Cartwright). It is an excellent text for gaining a broader insight into the subject, but not quite for beginners. An excellent addition to a science and/or philosophy library for its broad scope.
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