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Philosophy of Biology (Paperback)
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Philosophy of Biology (Paperback)
Series: Princeton Foundations of Contemporary Philosophy
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Loot Price R569
Discovery Miles 5 690
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This is a concise, comprehensive, and accessible introduction to
the philosophy of biology written by a leading authority on the
subject. Geared to philosophers, biologists, and students of both,
the book provides sophisticated and innovative coverage of the
central topics and many of the latest developments in the field.
Emphasizing connections between biological theories and other areas
of philosophy, and carefully explaining both philosophical and
biological terms, Peter Godfrey-Smith discusses the relation
between philosophy and science; examines the role of laws,
mechanistic explanation, and idealized models in biological
theories; describes evolution by natural selection; and assesses
attempts to extend Darwin's mechanism to explain changes in ideas,
culture, and other phenomena. Further topics include functions and
teleology, individuality and organisms, species, the tree of life,
and human nature. The book closes with detailed, cutting-edge
treatments of the evolution of cooperation, of information in
biology, and of the role of communication in living systems at all
scales. Authoritative and up-to-date, this is an essential guide
for anyone interested in the important philosophical issues raised
by the biological sciences.
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