Samir Okasha

Philosophy of Science: Very Short Introduction 2/e (Very Short Introductions)

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ISBN 13:: 9780198745587
author:: Samir Okasha
format:: Paperback
publisher:: OUP Oxford 2 edition
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2016
Pages:: 160
Dimensions:: 17 x 1 x 11.2 cm
Genre:: Science & Nature, Mathematics, Education, Samir Okasha,Philosophy of Science: Very Short Introduction 2/e (Very Short Introductions),OUP Oxford,0198745583,Science & Mathematics: Textbooks & Study Guides,Science - History,Science - Philosophy,Ethics &
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Philosophy of Science A Very Short Introduction by Samir Okasha explores the main themes and theories of contemporary philosophy of science. This concise overview covers the history of science, examining fundamental practices such as reasoning, causation, and explanation. The book delves into scientific revolutions, the issue of scientific change, and the nature of scientific knowledge. It also discusses realist versus anti-realist attitudes towards science, and considers the social and ethical philosophical questions surrounding modern science. This introduction is part of Oxford University Press's Very Short Introductions series, which offers pocket-sized books on almost every subject area.

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