Worldviews - an Introduction to the History and Philosophy of Science 2E - Softcover

DeWitt, Richard

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1405195630 ISBN 13: 9781405195638

Verlag: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd), 2010

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Updated throughout and with three entirely new chapters, Worldviews: An Introduction to the History and Philosophy of Science, Second Edition furthers its reputation as the definitive introductory text on the historical developments and philosophical issues that inform our scientific view of the world around us. * Represents an innovative introduction to the history and philosophy of science, designed especially for those coming to the subject for the first time * Updated new edition features the addition of chapters focusing on scientific laws, evolutionary theory, and implications of evolution * Covers the key historical developments and philosophical themes that have impacted our scientific view of the world around us * Analyzes the transitions from the Aristotelian worldview to the Newtonian worldview to a new and currently developing worldview * Explores challenges to the Western scientific worldview brought on by recent discoveries

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Richard DeWitt is Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Philosophy at Fairfield University. In addition to the history and philosophy of science, Professor DeWitt's research interests include mathematical and philosophical logic, and the philosophy of mind.

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The first edition of Worldviews was widely hailed as one of the most accessible introductions to the history and philosophy of science -- with author Richard DeWitt garnering particular critical acclaim for his ability to present complex concepts in a thoroughly engaging manner. This updated Second Edition continues its focus on fundamental conceptual issues, exploring the transition from the Aristotelian to Newtonian worldviews, and further considering the challenges to our Western worldview brought about by recent developments, particularly relativity theory, quantum theory, and evolutionary theory. In addition, three new chapters are included that feature extensive coverage of scientific laws, evolutionary theory, and the philosophical/conceptual implications of evolution. By providing readers at all levels with the critical tools necessary for reflecting on the nature and development of Western scientific thought, Worldviews: An Introduction to the History and Philosophy of Science, Second Edition, enhances its reputation as the ideal introduction to the concepts of philosophy of science.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2010
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1405195630
• ISBN 13: 9781405195638
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Auflage: 2
• Anzahl der Seiten: 392
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