Description
- Provides a comprehensive history of the philosophy of science, from antiquity up to the 20th century
- Includes extensive commentary by scholars putting the selected writings in historical context and pointing out their interconnections
- Covers areas rarely seen in philosophy of science texts, including the philosophical dimensions of biology, chemistry, and geology
- Designed to be accessible to both undergraduates and graduate students
About the Author
Timothy McGrew is Professor and Chairman of the Department of Philosophy at Western Michigan University.
Marc Alspector-Kelly is Associate Professor of Philosophy at Western Michigan University.
Fritz Allhoff is Assistant Professor of Philosophy, Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Mallinson Institute for Science Education, and Director of the History and Philosophy of Science Workgroup at Western Michigan University.
Reviews
"The introductions, which occupy one-sixth of the volume, are carefully, clearly, and at times even beautifully written. Perhaps most important, they are always intelligently sympathetic to the authors whose views they are presenting." (The Journal of the International Society for the History of Philosophy of Science, 1 April 2011)
"Overall, this is an impressive and versatile volume that should find its way into many classrooms. The commentary is thorough and clear enough to make the readings accessible to students, but not so imposing that instructors cannot add their own interpretation. This book would be suitable for advanced undergraduates who have completed previous coursework in history or philosophy." (Science & Education, 4 March 2011)
Book Information
ISBN 9781405175425
Author Timothy McGrew
Format Paperback
Page Count 688
Imprint Wiley-Blackwell
Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Weight(grams) 1157g
Dimensions(mm) 246mm * 170mm * 36mm
