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Philosophy of Biology (Princeton Foundations of Contemporary Philosophy),New
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An essential introduction to the philosophy of biologyThis is a concise, comprehensive, and accessible introduction to the philosophy of biology written by a leading authority on the subject. Geared to philosophers, biologists, and students of both, the book provides sophisticated and innovative coverage of the central topics and many of the latest developments in the field. Emphasizing connections between biological theories and other areas of philosophy, and carefully explaining both philosophical and biological terms, Peter GodfreySmith discusses the relation between philosophy and science; examines the role of laws, mechanistic explanation, and idealized models in biological theories; describes evolution by natural selection; and assesses attempts to extend Darwin's mechanism to explain changes in ideas, culture, and other phenomena. Further topics include functions and teleology, individuality and organisms, species, the tree of life, and human nature. The book closes with detailed, cuttingedge treatments of the evolution of cooperation, of information in biology, and of the role of communication in living systems at all scales.Authoritative and uptodate, this is an essential guide for anyone interested in the important philosophical issues raised by the biological sciences.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Philosophy of Biology' by Peter Godfrey-Smith? A: The book provides a comprehensive introduction to the philosophy of biology, covering central topics and developments in the field, emphasizing connections between biological theories and philosophy.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Philosophy of Biology'? A: The author of 'Philosophy of Biology' is Peter Godfrey-Smith, a leading authority in the field.
- Q: How many pages does 'Philosophy of Biology' contain? A: The book contains 200 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Philosophy of Biology'? A: The book was published on September 6, 2016.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'Philosophy of Biology' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Philosophy of Biology' suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the book is designed to be concise and accessible, making it suitable for both beginners and those with prior knowledge of philosophy and biology.
- Q: Does 'Philosophy of Biology' discuss evolution? A: Yes, the book includes discussions on evolution by natural selection and examines its implications in both biological and philosophical contexts.
- Q: What philosophical topics are covered in this book? A: Topics include the relation between philosophy and science, mechanistic explanations, teleology, individuality, species, and the evolution of cooperation.
- Q: Can this book be useful for biology students? A: Absolutely, it provides innovative coverage of key topics in the philosophy of biology, making it a valuable resource for biology students.
- Q: Is 'Philosophy of Biology' a good resource for understanding the intersection of biology and philosophy? A: Yes, it offers an essential guide for those interested in the philosophical issues raised by the biological sciences.