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Scientific Method: A Historical and Philosophical Introduction (Routledge Advances in Management and),Used
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The central theme running throughout this outstanding new survey is the nature of the philosophical debate created by modern science's foundation in experimental and mathematical method. More recently, recognition that reasoning in science is probabilistic generated intense debate about whether and how it should be constrained so as to ensure the practical certainty of the conclusions drawn. These debates brought to light issues of a philosophical nature which form the core of many scientific controversies today. Scientific Method: A Historical and Philosophical Introduction presents these debates through clear and comparative discussion of key figures in the history of science. Key chapters critically discuss* Galileo's demonstrative method, Bacon's inductive method, and Newton's rules of reasoning* the rise of probabilistic Bayesian' methods in the eighteenth century* the method of hypotheses through the work of Herschel, Mill and Whewell* the conventionalist views of Poincar and Duhem* the inductivism of Peirce, Russell and Keynes* Popper's falsification compared with Reichenbach's enumerative induction* Carnap's scientific method as Bayesian reasoningThe debates are brought up to date in the final chapters by considering the ways in which ideas about method in the physical and biological sciences have affected thinking about method in the social sciences. This debate is analyzed through the ideas of key theorists such as Kuhn, Lakatos, and Feyerabend.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Scientific Method: A Historical and Philosophical Introduction'? A: The book explores the philosophical debates surrounding the foundations of modern science, particularly the role of experimental and mathematical methods.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is Barry Gower.
- Q: When was 'Scientific Method: A Historical and Philosophical Introduction' published? A: The book was published on November 14, 1996.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: Key topics include Galileo's method, Bacon's inductive reasoning, probabilistic methods, the method of hypotheses, and contrasting views of several philosophers.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 288 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in philosophy or science? A: Yes, the book presents complex debates in a clear and comparative manner, making it accessible for beginners.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Does 'Scientific Method' discuss contemporary issues in science? A: Yes, the final chapters analyze how historical methods influence current thinking in both physical and social sciences.
- Q: Is the book in new condition? A: Yes, this product is listed as new.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in its first edition.