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Theory And Reality: An Introduction To The Philosophy Of Science (Science And Its Conceptual Foundations Series)
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How Does Science Work? Does It Tell Us What The World Is Really Like? What Makes It Different From Other Ways Of Understanding The Universe? In Theory And Reality, Peter Godfreysmith Addresses These Questions By Taking The Reader On A Grand Tour Of One Hundred Years Of Debate About Science. The Result Is A Completely Accessible Introduction To The Main Themes Of The Philosophy Of Science.Intended For Undergraduates And General Readers With No Prior Background In Philosophy, Theory And Reality Covers Logical Positivism; The Problems Of Induction And Confirmation; Karl Popper'S Theory Of Science; Thomas Kuhn And Scientific Revolutions; The Views Of Imre Lakatos, Larry Laudan, And Paul Feyerabend; And Challenges To The Field From Sociology Of Science, Feminism, And Science Studies. The Book Then Looks In More Detail At Some Specific Problems And Theories, Including Scientific Realism, The Theoryladeness Of Observation, Scientific Explanation, And Bayesianism. Finally, Godfreysmith Defends A Form Of Philosophical Naturalism As The Best Way To Solve The Main Problems In The Field.Throughout The Text He Points Out Connections Between Philosophical Debates And Wider Discussions About Science In Recent Decades, Such As The Infamous Science Wars. Examples And Asides Engage The Beginning Student; A Glossary Of Terms Explains Key Concepts; And Suggestions For Further Reading Are Included At The End Of Each Chapter. However, This Is A Textbook That Doesn'T Feel Like A Textbook Because It Captures The Historical Drama Of Changes In How Science Has Been Conceived Over The Last One Hundred Years.Like No Other Text In This Field, Theory And Reality Combines A Survey Of Recent History Of The Philosophy Of Science With Current Key Debates In Language That Any Beginning Scholar Or Critical Reader Can Follow.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Theory and Reality' by Peter Godfrey-Smith? A: The book primarily explores the philosophy of science, discussing how science operates, its distinction from other forms of understanding, and key debates within the field over the past century.
- Q: Is 'Theory and Reality' suitable for beginners in philosophy? A: Yes, the book is intended for undergraduates and general readers with no prior background in philosophy, making complex topics accessible to newcomers.
- Q: What key topics are covered in 'Theory and Reality'? A: The book covers logical positivism, induction and confirmation problems, Karl Popper's theory, Thomas Kuhn's scientific revolutions, scientific realism, and more.
- Q: How many pages does 'Theory and Reality' contain? A: The book has a total of 272 pages.
- Q: What edition of 'Theory and Reality' is available? A: The currently available edition is the First Edition, published on August 1, 2003.
- Q: What format is 'Theory and Reality' available in? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Theory and Reality'? A: The author of the book is Peter Godfrey-Smith.
- Q: Does 'Theory and Reality' include additional resources for readers? A: Yes, the book includes a glossary of terms to explain key concepts and suggestions for further reading at the end of each chapter.
- Q: What makes 'Theory and Reality' different from typical textbooks? A: Unlike typical textbooks, 'Theory and Reality' captures the historical drama of scientific conceptual changes and engages readers with examples and asides.
- Q: Is 'Theory and Reality' appropriate for discussions about contemporary science issues? A: Yes, the book draws connections between philosophical debates and recent discussions about science, including topics such as the 'science wars'.