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OverviewUpdated throughout and with three entirely new chapters, Worldviews: An Introduction to the History and Philosophy of Science, Second Edition furthers its reputation as the definitive introductory text on the historical developments and philosophical issues that inform our scientific view of the world around us. Represents an innovative introduction to the history and philosophy of science, designed especially for those coming to the subject for the first timeUpdated new edition features the addition of chapters focusing on scientific laws, evolutionary theory, and implications of evolutionCovers the key historical developments and philosophical themes that have impacted our scientific view of the world around usAnalyzes the transitions from the Aristotelian worldview to the Newtonian worldview to a new and currently developing worldviewExplores challenges to the Western scientific worldview brought on by recent discoveries Full Product DetailsAuthor: Richard DeWitt (Fairfield University, USA)Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell ISBN: 9786613407993ISBN 10: 6613407992 Pages: 392 Publication Date: 10 March 2011 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Electronic book text Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Available To Order ![]() We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |