Philosophy of Science: An Encyclopedia {BBS{

The first in-depth reference in the field that combines scientific knowledge with philosophical inquiry, The Philosophy of Science: An Encyclopedia brings together an international team of leading scholars to provide over 130 entries on the essential concepts in the philosophy of science. The areas covered include:

* biology
* chemistry
* epistemology and metaphysics
* physics
* psychology and mind
* the social sciences
* key figures in the combined studies of science and philosophy.

The essays represent the most up-to-date philosophical thinking on timeless scientific topics such as: determinism, explanation, laws of nature, perception, individuality, time, and economics as well as timely topics like adaptation, conservation biology, quantum logic, consciousness, evolutionary psychology, and game theory.


1005 Pages

(Routledge 2006)

English