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The Philosophy of Science (Oxford Readings in Philosophy),New
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The newest addition to the successful Oxford Readings in Philosophy series, this collection contains the most important contributions to the recent debate on the philosophy of science. The contributors crystallize the often heated arguments of the last two decades, assessing the skeptical attitudes within philosophy of science and the counterchallenges of the scientific realists. Contributors include Nancy Cartwright, Brian Ellis, Arthur Fine, Clark Glymour, Larry Laudan, Peter Lipton, Alan Musgrave, Wesely C. Salmon, Lawrence Sklar, Bas C. van Fraassen, and John Worrall.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Philosophy of Science'? A: The book focuses on the recent debate surrounding the philosophy of science, featuring important contributions that assess both skeptical attitudes and the challenges posed by scientific realists.
- Q: Who are some of the contributors to this collection? A: Contributors include notable philosophers such as Nancy Cartwright, Brian Ellis, Arthur Fine, and Larry Laudan, among others.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book has a total of 344 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of 'The Philosophy of Science' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Philosophy of Science' published? A: The book was published on July 11, 1996.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in philosophy? A: While it is accessible, the book addresses complex debates, making it more suitable for readers with some background in philosophy or science.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the first edition of 'The Philosophy of Science'.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: Does the book include any specific philosophical arguments? A: Yes, it includes key arguments and discussions from various contributors regarding skepticism and scientific realism.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under History & Philosophy.