Levins, R
The Dialectical Biologist
- ISBN 13:
- 9780674202832
- author:
- Levins, R
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Harvard University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1987
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 23.5 x 15.7 x 1.8 cm
- Genre:
- Biology Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Dialectical Biologist by Richard Levins and Richard Lewontin is a thought-provoking exploration of the political nature of scientific inquiry. The authors argue that scientists are not neutral observers, but rather act within a social context that is inherently shaped by philosophical and political perspectives. Through the lens of Marxist dialectic, these essays examine the complex relationships between organisms and their environments, as well as the interplay between structure and process in science and politics. By questioning accepted definitions and biases, The Dialectical Biologist offers a nuanced understanding of the self-reflective nature of scientific activity within society. This book challenges readers to consider the ways in which science is shaped by broader social and philosophical forces, and invites them to think critically about the role of science in society.
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