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It Started with Copernicus - Vital Questions About Science (Paperback)
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It Started with Copernicus - Vital Questions About Science (Paperback)
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A unique approach to the philosophy of science that focuses on the
liveliest and most important controversies surrounding science
Is science more rational or objective than any other intellectual
endeavor? Are scientific theories accurate depictions of reality or
just useful devices for manipulating the environment? These core
questions are the focus of this unique approach to the philosophy
of science. Unlike standard textbooks, this book does not attempt a
comprehensive review of the entire field, but makes a selection of
the most vibrant debates and issues.
The author tackles such stimulating questions as: Can science meet
the challenges of skeptics? Should science address questions
traditionally reserved for philosophy and religion? Further, does
science leave room for human values, free will, and moral
responsibility?
Written in an accessible, jargon-free style, the text succinctly
presents complex ideas in an easily understandable fashion. By
using numerous examples taken from diverse areas such as
evolutionary theory, paleontology, and astronomy, the author piques
readers' curiosity in current scientific controversies. Concise
bibliographic essays at the end of each chapter invite readers to
sample ideas different from the ones offered in the text and to
explore the range of opinions on each topic.
Rigorous yet highly readable, this excellent invitation to the
philosophy of science makes a convincing case that understanding
the nature of science is essential for understanding life itself.
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