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The Meaning Of Science: An Introduction To The Philosophy Of Science
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A Philosopher Of Science Examines The Biggest Ethical And Moral Issues In Science Today, And Explains Why They Matter For All Of Us Scientist And Layman Alikescience Has Produced Explanations For Everything From The Mechanisms Of Insect Navigation To The Formation Of Black Holes And The Workings Of Black Markets. But How Much Can We Trust Science, And Can We Actually Know The World Through It? How Does Science Work And How Does It Fail? And How Can The Work Of Scientists Help Or Hurt Everyday People? These Are Not Questions That Science Can Answer On Its Own. This Is Where Philosophy Of Science Comes In. Studying Science Without Philosophy Is, To Quote Einstein, To Be Like Somebody Who Has Seen Thousands Of Trees But Has Never Seen A Forest. Cambridge Philosopher Tim Lewens Shows Us The Forest. He Walks Us Through The Theories Of Seminal Philosophers Of Science Karl Popper And Thomas Kuhn And Considers What Science Is, How Far It Can And Should Reach, And How We Can Determine The Nature Of Its Truths And Myths.These Philosophical Issues Have Consequences That Stretch Far Beyond The Laboratory. For Instance: What Role Should Scientists Have In Policy Discussions On Environmental Issues Such As Fracking? What Are The Biases At Play In The Search For A Biological Function Of The Female Orgasm? If Brain Scans Can Be Used To Demonstrate That A Decision Was Made Several Seconds Before A Person Actually Makes A Conscious Choice, What Does That Tell Us About The Possibility Of Free Will?By Examining Science Through This Philosophical Lens, Lewens Reveals What Physics Can Teach Us About Reality, What Biology Teaches Us About Human Nature, And What Cognitive Science Teaches Us About Human Freedom. A Masterful Analysis Of The Biggest Scientific And Ethical Issues Of Our Age, The Meaning Of Science Forces Us To Confront The Practical, Personal, And Political Purposes Of Science And Why It Matters To All Of Us.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Meaning of Science'? A: The main theme of 'The Meaning of Science' is the exploration of the ethical and moral issues in science, examining how philosophy can enhance our understanding of scientific truths and myths.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Meaning of Science' is Tim Lewens, a Cambridge philosopher known for his work in the philosophy of science.
- Q: What topics does Tim Lewens cover in the book? A: Tim Lewens covers various philosophical topics, including the role of scientists in policy discussions, biases in scientific research, and the implications of neuroscience on free will.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Meaning of Science' have? A: The book has a total of 272 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'The Meaning of Science' published? A: The book was published on January 26, 2016.
- Q: Is 'The Meaning of Science' suitable for non-scientists? A: Yes, the book is designed to be accessible to both scientists and laypeople, making complex philosophical ideas understandable for a general audience.
- Q: What can I learn about science from this book? A: Readers can learn about the nature of scientific inquiry, the limitations of scientific knowledge, and how philosophy can provide context to scientific findings.
- Q: Does the book discuss contemporary ethical issues in science? A: Yes, the book addresses contemporary ethical issues such as environmental policy and the implications of scientific findings on societal norms.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of this book? A: Yes, this book is the First Edition.