Cartwright, Nancy
A Philosopher Looks at Science
- ISBN 13:
- 9781009201889
- author:
- Cartwright, Nancy
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 222
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Science, Philosophy & Social Aspects, Philosophie,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Science has long been perceived in various ways, but Nancy Cartwright challenges three common images: that it is solely about combining theory and experiment, that all science can be reduced to physics, or that the natural world depicted by science is deterministic. In her thought-provoking book, she examines examples from multiple scientific disciplines and focuses on the products of science, revealing how they work together to make science reliable. Cartwright argues for greater intellectual humility within scientific institutions, highlighting the importance of acknowledging the complexity of human change in nature. By exploring these ideas, she provides a nuanced understanding of the role of science in society. This book will appeal to anyone interested in the practice and implications of science. Through her innovative approach, Cartwright offers a fresh perspective on the nature of science, encouraging readers to think critically about its place within our world.
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