Science, Truth, and Democracy
| Author/creator | Kitcher, Philip, 1947- Author |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | New York : Oxford University Press, Incorporated |
| Description | 240 p. ill 06.380 x 09.500 in. |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Ebook Central - Academic Complete |
| Subjects |
| Series | Oxford Studies in the Philosophy of Science |
| Summary | Annotation Striving to boldly redirect the philosophy of science, this book by renowned philosopher Philip Kitcher examines the heated debate surrounding the role of science in shaping our lives. Kitcher explores the sharp divide between those who believe that the pursuit of scientific knowledge isalways valuable and necessary--the purists--and those who believe that it invariably serves the interests of people in positions of power. In a daring turn, he rejects both perspectives, working out a more realistic image of the sciences--one that allows for the possibility of scientific truth, butnonetheless permits social consensus to determine which avenues to investigate. He then proposes a democratic and deliberative framework for responsible scientists to follow. Controversial, powerful, yet engaging, this volume will appeal to a wide range of readers. Kitcher's nuanced analysis and authorititative conclusion will interest countless scientists as well as all readers of science--scholars and laypersons alike. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2001036144 |
| ISBN | 9780195145830 |
| ISBN | 0195145836 (Trade Cloth) On Demand |
| Standard identifier# | 9780195145830 |
| Stock number | 00020142 |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |