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A Historical Introduction to the Philosophy of Science (OPUS S.) (4th Revised edition) ISBN: 0198700555 ISBN13: 9780198700555 A Historical Introduction to the Philosophy of Science (OPUS S.) (4th Revised edition) By: John Losee Publisher: Oxford University Press Format: Paperback Our Price: 18.99

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Designed for those coming to the subject for the first time, this stimulating introduction offers a historical exposition of differing views on the philosophy of science. With concise profiles introducing the major philosophers whose contributions are discussed, Losee explores the long-argued questions raised by philosophers and scientists about the proper evaluation of science. This new edition incorporates contemporary developments in the discipline, including recent work on theory-appraisal, experimental practice, the debate over scientific realism, and the philosophy of biology. Taking a balanced and informative approach, with a focus on the historical development of the subject, John Losee presents a full and up to date account that is ideal for the introductory reader. NEW TO THIS EDITION: coverage of recent developments in Philosophy of Science, including philosophy of biology, normative naturalism, theory appraisal, experimental practice, theories of explanation, and scientific realism


Contents:

Introduction
- 1

Aristotle's Philosophy of Science
- 2

The Pythagorean Orientation
- 3

The Ideal of Deductive Systemization
- 4

Atomism and the Concept of Underlying Mechanism
- 5

Affirmation and Development of Aristotle's Method in the Medieval Period
- 6

The Debate over Saving the Appearances
- 7

The Seventeenth-Century Attack on Aristotelian Philosophy
- 8

Newton's Axiomatic Method
- 9

Analysis of the Implications of the New Science for a Theory of Scientific Method
- 10

Inductivism v the Hypothetico-Deductive View of Science
- 11

Mathematical Positivism and Conventionlism
- 12

Logical Reconstructivist Philosophy of Science
- 13

Orthodoxy under Attack
- 14

Theories of Scientific Progress
- 15

Explanation, Causation, and Unification
- 16

Confirmation and Evidential Support
- 17

The Justification of Evaluative Standards
- 18

The Debate over Scientific Realism
- 19

Descriptive Philosophies of Science
- Bibliography
- Index


Brief Description:

This text provides a survey of the questions raised by philosophers and scientists about the proper evaluation of scientific interpretations. This edition has been updated to include discussion on contemporary developments.

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