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Science, Truth, and Democracy (Oxford Studies in Philosophy of Science)

by Philip Kitcher

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'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 is

always 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, but

nonetheless 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 authoritative conclusion will interest countless scientists as well as all readers of science--scholars and laypersons alike.'

Synopsis:

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 is always 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, but nonetheless 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.

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About the Author

Philip Kitcher is Professor of Philosophy at Columbia University and author of The Nature of Mathematical Knowledge (OUP, 1983); The Advancement of Science (OUP, 1993); and In Mendel's Mirror (OUP, 2003).

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ISBN:
9780195145830
Author:
Kitcher, Philip
Publisher:
Oxford University Press, USA
Author:
null, Philip
Location:
New York
Subject:
Philosophy & Aspects
Subject:
Philosophy | Science
Subject:
Science -- Philosophy.
Subject:
Science -- Social aspects.
Subject:
Philosophy & Social Aspects
Subject:
Science Reference-Philosophy of Science
Edition Description:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Series:
Oxford Studies in Philosophy of Science
Series Volume:
963
Publication Date:
20011131
Binding:
HARDCOVER
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Illustrations:
2 line illus
Pages:
240
Dimensions:
9.46x6.42x.85 in. 1.07 lbs.
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"Synopsis" by , 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 is always 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, but nonetheless 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.
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