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A History of Science in Society: From Philosophy to Utility

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A History of Science in Society: From Philosophy to Utility

A History of Science in Society: From Philosophy to Utility is a concise overview that introduces complex ideas in a non-technical fashion without sacrificing the sophistication and richness of the subject.

Andrew Ede and Lesley B. Cormack trace the history of science through its continually changing place in society and explore the link between the pursuit of knowledge and the desire to make that knowledge useful.

Along the way, they discuss the specifics of scientific investigation and discovery. Beginning with a small group of philosophers in ancient Greece and ending with nano-technology, A History of Science in Society covers a vast sweep of time and subject matter. Among the many topics discussed are issues such as intellectual competition, gender and class, the economic exploitation of knowledge, and changing ideas about the environment and our relationship to it. Also included are more than 50 illustrations.

Country	USA
Binding	Paperback
Brand	Brand: Broadview Press
EAN	9781551113326
Feature	Used Book in Good Condition
ISBN	1551113325
Label	Broadview Press
Manufacturer	Broadview Press
MPN	Illustrations
NumberOfItems	1
NumberOfPages	458
PartNumber	Illustrations
PublicationDate	2004-05-01
Publisher	Broadview Press
Studio	Broadview Press
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

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