Philosophy of Science and Race (Hardcover)

In this concisely argued, short new book, well-known philosopher Naomi Zack explores the scientific and philosophical problems in applying a biological conception of race to human beings. Through the systematic analysis of up-to-date data and conclusions in population genetics, transmission genetics, and biological anthropology, Zack provides a comprehensive conceptual account of how "race" in the ordinary sense has no basis in science. Her book combats our everyday understanding of race as a scientifically supported taxonomy of human beings, and in conclusion challenges us to be clear about what we mean by "race" and what it would require to remedy racism.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	September 2002
First published:	2002
Authors:	Naomi Zack
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 17mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	160
ISBN-13:	978-0-415-94163-1
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Science: general issues > Philosophy of science Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Ethnic studies > General Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Life sciences: general issues > General
LSN:	0-415-94163-6
Barcode:	9780415941631

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