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Science Wars - Politics, Gender, and Race (Paperback)
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Few issues cause academics to disagree more than gender and race,
especially when topics are addressed in terms of biological
differences. To conduct research in these areas or comment
favorably on research can subject one to scorn. When these topics
are addressed, they generally take the form of philosophical
debates. Anthony Walsh focuses upon such debates and supporting
research. He divides parties into biologists and social
constructionists, arguing that biologists remain focused on
laboratory work, while constructionists are acutely aware of the
impact of biologists in contested territories. Science Wars
introduces the ideas motivating the parties and examines social
constructionism and its issues with science. He explores arguments
over conceptual tools scientists love and constructionists abhor,
and he provides a solid discussion of the co-evolution of genes and
culture. Walsh then focuses his attention on gender, how
constructionists view it, and the neuroscience explanation of
gender differences. Moving to race, Walsh looks at how some have
tried to bury the concept of race, while others emphasize it. He
considers definitions of race essentialist, taxonomic, population,
and lineage as they have evolved from the time of the Enlightenment
to the present. And finally, he attempts to bring the opposing
sides together by pointing out what each can bring to a meaningful
discussion.
General
Imprint: |
Routledge
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Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
September 2017 |
First published: |
2013 |
Authors: |
Anthony Walsh
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Dimensions: |
229 x 152 x 20mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback
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Pages: |
208 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-138-51439-3 |
Categories: |
Books >
Social sciences >
Politics & government >
General
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LSN: |
1-138-51439-X |
Barcode: |
9781138514393 |
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