The philosophy of chemistry has emerged in recent years as a new and autonomous field within the Anglo-American philosophical tradition. With the development of this new discipline, Eric Scerri and Grant Fisher's Essays in the Philosophy of Chemistry is a timely and definitive guide to all current thought in this field. This edited volume will serve to map out the distinctive features of the field and its connections to the philosophies of the natural sciences and general philosophy of science more broadly. It will be a reference for students and professional alike. Both the philosophy of chemistry and philosophies of scientific practice alike reflect the splitting of analytical and continental scholastic traditions, and some philosophers are turning for inspiration from the familiar resources of analytical philosophy to influences from the continental tradition and pragmatism. While philosophy of chemistry is practiced very much within the familiar analytical tradition, it is also capable of trail-blazing new philosophical approaches. In such a way, the seemingly disparate disciplines such as the "hard sciences" and philosophy become much more linked.

About the Author
Eric Scerri is a chemist, writer, and philosopher of science. He is a lecturer at the University of California, Los Angeles. Grant Fisher is Associate Professor in the Graduate School of Science and Technology Policy at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology.

Reviews
[D]elving deeper is definitely something this book will facilitate. Every essay is extensively referenced. The book will prove an invaluable tool for students new to the field or those digging deep into a particular area that need to construct a reading list to help them gain expertise. As the true target audience of this book, they will not be disappointed. * Samuel Tracey, Chemistry World *
This is heavy but rewarding reading recommended for upper-division undergraduates and for individuals interested in chemistry, other sciences, history, and philosophy. * R. E. Buntrock, CHOICE *



Book Information
ISBN 9780190494599
Author Eric Scerri
Format Hardback
Page Count 422
Imprint Oxford University Press Inc
Publisher Oxford University Press Inc
Weight(grams) 748g
Dimensions(mm) 157mm * 236mm * 31mm