| Title | : | A History of Science in Society: From Philosophy to Utility |
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| ISBN | : | 1551113325 |
| ISBN-10 | : | 9781551113326 |
| Language | : | English |
| Format Type | : | Paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 458 |
| Publication | : | First published May 20, 2004 |
A History of Science in 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,
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,
