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Crease's brilliantly exploited theatrical analogy places scientific theorizing back into the wider context of experimental inquiry.' Robert C. ScharffCrease attacks the 'mystical' account of experimentation embraced by the positivist and Kantian varieties of philosophy of science, according to which experimentation takes a backseat to theory.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Play of Nature'? A: The main theme of 'The Play of Nature' is the examination of experimentation as a form of performance, challenging traditional philosophical views that prioritize theory over experimental inquiry.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Play of Nature: Experimentation as Performance' is Robert P. Crease.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: This book was published on December 22, 1993.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Play of Nature' have? A: 'The Play of Nature' contains 220 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Play of Nature' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'The Play of Nature' is categorized under History & Philosophy.
- Q: Is this book in new condition? A: Yes, 'The Play of Nature' is available in new condition.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of 'The Play of Nature' is the First Edition.
- Q: Does the book discuss the philosophy of science? A: Yes, the book critiques the positivist and Kantian philosophies of science, particularly their views on experimentation.
- Q: What does the author critique in this book? A: The author critiques the 'mystical' account of experimentation that suggests it is secondary to theory, emphasizing the importance of experimental inquiry.