Items related to The Dappled World: A Study of the Boundaries of Science
Synopsis
In this book Nancy Cartwright argues against a vision of a uniform world completely ordered under a single elegant theory, and proposes instead a patchwork of laws of nature. Combining classic and newly written essays, The Dappled World offers important methodological lessons for both the natural and the social sciences, and will interest anyone who wants to understand how modern science works.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Review
"Cartwright's book provides an account of science that does well to bring matters related to scientific practice into the philosophy of science." Review of Metaphysics
"The Dappled World is Nancy Cartwright's latest and...best exposition of an approach to philosophy of science she has been developing for two decades." Ronald N. Giere, Philosophy of Science
"The Dappled World offers an inspiring picture of the nature of reality, and stimulating advice on how to interpret scientific theories....Fans of Cartwright's earlier books will find some of theri major themes further elucidated here." Philosophy and Phenomenological Research
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherCambridge University Press
- Publication date1999
- ISBN 10 0521644119
- ISBN 13 9780521644112
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages260
- Rating
Search results for The Dappled World: A Study of the Boundaries of Science
Seller Image
Dappled World : A Study of the Boundaries of Science
Published by
Cambridge University Press, 1999
ISBN 10: 0521644119
ISBN 13: 9780521644112
New
Softcover
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 433484-n
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller Image
The Dappled World: A Study of the Boundaries of Science (Paperback or Softback)
Published by
Cambridge University Press 4/11/2008, 2008
ISBN 10: 0521644119
ISBN 13: 9780521644112
New
Paperback or Softback
Seller: BargainBookStores, Grand Rapids, MI, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. The Dappled World: A Study of the Boundaries of Science 0.8. Book. Seller Inventory # BBS-9780521644112
Quantity: 5 available
Stock Image
The Dappled World: A Study of the Boundaries of Science
Published by
Cambridge University Press, 1999
ISBN 10: 0521644119
ISBN 13: 9780521644112
New
Softcover
Seller: California Books, Miami, FL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # I-9780521644112
Quantity: Over 20 available
Stock Image
The Dappled World: A Study of the Boundaries of Science
Published by
Cambridge University Press, 1999
ISBN 10: 0521644119
ISBN 13: 9780521644112
New
Softcover
Seller: Lucky's Textbooks, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # ABLIING23Feb2416190010717
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller Image
Dappled World : A Study of the Boundaries of Science
Published by
Cambridge University Press, 1999
ISBN 10: 0521644119
ISBN 13: 9780521644112
Used
Softcover
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Seller Inventory # 433484
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller Image
Dappled World : A Study of the Boundaries of Science
Published by
Cambridge University Press, 1999
ISBN 10: 0521644119
ISBN 13: 9780521644112
Used
Softcover
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: good. May show signs of wear, highlighting, writing, and previous use. This item may be a former library book with typical markings. No guarantee on products that contain supplements Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed. Twenty-five year bookseller with shipments to over fifty million happy customers. Seller Inventory # 433484-5
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Dappled World : A Study of the Boundaries of Science
Published by
Cambridge University Press, 1999
ISBN 10: 0521644119
ISBN 13: 9780521644112
Used
Softcover
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # GRP29657077
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Dappled World: A Study of the Boundaries of Science (Paperback)
Published by
Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, 1999
ISBN 10: 0521644119
ISBN 13: 9780521644112
New
Paperback
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Fairfield, OH, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. It is often supposed that the spectacular successes of our modern mathematical sciences support a lofty vision of a world completely ordered by one single elegant theory. In this book Nancy Cartwright argues to the contrary. When we draw our image of the world from the way modern science works - as empiricism teaches us we should - we end up with a world where some features are precisely ordered, others are given to rough regularity and still others behave in their own diverse ways. This patchwork makes sense when we realise that laws are very special productions of nature, requiring very special arrangements for their generation. Combining classic and newly written essays on physics and economics, The Dappled World carries important philosophical consequences and offers serious lessons for both the natural and the social sciences. In this book Nancy Cartwright argues against a vision of a uniform world completely ordered under a single elegant theory, and proposes instead a patchwork of laws of nature. Combining classic and newly written essays, The Dappled World offers important methodological lessons for both the natural and the social sciences, and will interest anyone who wants to understand how modern science works. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780521644112
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
THE DAPPLED WORLD: A Study of the Boundaries of Science
Published by
Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, 2001
ISBN 10: 0521644119
ISBN 13: 9780521644112
Used
Trade Paperback
Seller: Russ States, Oil City, PA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Trade Paperback. Condition: Fine. No Jacket. (2001), 247pp, illus., very light shelfwear to cover, contents clean. Seller Inventory # 17-1493
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Dappled World: A Study of the Boundaries of Science
Published by
Cambridge University Press, 1999
ISBN 10: 0521644119
ISBN 13: 9780521644112
Used
Paperback
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine. Seller Inventory # GOR010148964
Quantity: 1 available