The Meaning of Science: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Science

by Tim Lewens

Book Overview

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 alike

Science 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...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0465097480
• ISBN13: 9780465097487
• Release Date: January 2016
• Publisher: Basic Books
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 5.7" x 8.3"