Sismondo, Sergio
An Introduction to Science and Technology Studies
- ISBN 13:
- 9781405187657
- author:
- Sismondo, Sergio
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Wiley-Blackwell
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 22.6 x 15 x 1.5 cm
- Genre:
- Philosophy
- Condition:
- New
- supplier_id:
- 30
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
An Introduction to Science and Technology Studies by Sergio Sismondo provides a comprehensive overview of the complex interdisciplinary field of science and technology studies. This second edition reflects the latest advances in the subject, offering students a clear roadmap through its intricate terrain.
With a focus on both philosophical and sociological aspects of science and technology, this book explores core topics such as realism and social construction, discourse and rhetoric, objectivity, and the public understanding of science. Empirical studies and illustrative examples are used to elucidate these concepts, making the subject more accessible.
The new edition includes updated material on political economies of scientific and technological knowledge, democratizing technical decisions, and expanded coverage of medicine and technology. Improved readability, revised references, and reorganized chapters further enhance the book's value as a resource for understanding science and technology studies.
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