A Very Short Introduction In this very short introduction, Samir Okasha provides a clear and concise overview of contemporary philosophy of science. This book addresses essential questions about the nature of science, objectivity, and scientific knowledge. The author explores topics such as classification in biology and the conceptualization of space and time in physics.
Contents
This Very Short Introduction begins with an overview of the history of science and covers fundamental scientific practices such as reasoning, causality, and explanation. Okasha analyzes scientific revolutions and changes in scientific understanding, with attention to both realist and anti-realist approaches. Finally, he discusses current philosophical and ethical issues surrounding modern science.
Product details
- Author: Samir Okasha (Professor of Philosophy of Science, University of Bristol)
- Series: Very Short Introductions
- Publisher: Oxford University Press
- Publication date: 2016-07-28
- Number of pages: 160
- ISBN: 9780198745587
- Theme: Philosophy of science
- BISAC: PHILOSOPHY / Ethics & Moral Philosophy
About the author
Samir Okasha is Professor of Philosophy of Science at the University of Bristol. He is, among other things, an associate editor of Philosophy of Science and conducts research on rationality and evolution. His publications include various leading articles and books such as Evolution and the Levels of Selection (OUP, 2006) and Evolution and Rationality (CUP, 2014).