Merchant, Carolyn
Science and Nature: Past, Present, and Future
- ISBN 13:
- 9781138084056
- author:
- Merchant, Carolyn
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 332
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 2.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Sociology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Science and Nature brings together Carolyn Merchant's work on the history of science, environmental history, and ethics. This collection synthesises her ideas on the interconnections between science, women, nature, and history, exploring topics such as the impact of the Scientific Revolution and partnership ethics. Merchant examines how our understanding of the natural world has evolved over time, with a focus on the relationships between science, society, and the environment. Her insights offer a vision for the future of human interaction with nature. This book is an ideal choice for anyone interested in the history of science, environmental studies, or philosophy of science, making it a valuable resource for courses and readers seeking to understand the complex interactions between science and nature.