Picturing Knowledge: Historical and Philosophical Problems Concerning the Use of Art in Science (Toronto Studies in Philosophy) - Softcover
Synopsis
The traditional concept of scientific knowledge places a premium on thinking, not visualizing. Scientific illustrations are still generally regarded as devices that serve as heuristic aids when reasoning breaks down. When scientific illustration is not used in this disparaging sense as a linguistic aid, it is most often employed as a metaphor with no special visual content. What distinguishes pictorial devices as resources for doing science, and the special problems that are raised by the mere presence of visual elements in scientific treatises, tends to be overlooked.
The contributors to this volume examine the historical and philosophical issues concerning the role that scientific illustration plays in the creation of scientific knowledge. They regard both text and picture as resources that scientists employ in their practical activities, their value as scientific resources deriving from their ability to convey information.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Brian S. Baigrie is an associate professor in the Institute for History and Philosophy of Science and Technology at the Universtiy of Toronto.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for Picturing Knowledge: Historical and Philosophical Problems...
Stock Image
Picturing Knowledge: Historical and Philosophical Problems Concerning the Use of Art in Science
Published by
University of Toronto Press, 1996
ISBN 10: 0802074391
ISBN 13: 9780802074393
Used
Soft cover
Seller: N. Fagin Books, Chicago, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1996. History of Science. University of Toronto Press. Very good - near fine paperback 389p. 1/26. Seller Inventory # 114840
Seller Image
Picturing Knowledge: Historical and Philosophical Problems Concerning the Use of Art in Science (Toronto Studies in Philosophy)
Published by
University of Toronto Press, 1996
ISBN 10: 0802074391
ISBN 13: 9780802074393
Used
Paperback
First Edition
Seller: Southampton Books, Sag Harbor, NY, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. First Edition, First Printing. Published by University of Toronto Press, 1996. Octavo. Paperback. Book is very good with shelf/edgewear. Great copy of this intriguing philosophical title.100% positive feedback. 30 day money back guarantee. NEXT DAY SHIPPING! Excellent customer service. Please email with any questions. All books packed carefully and ship with free delivery confirmation/tracking. All books come with free bookmarks. Ships from Sag Harbor, New York. Seller Inventory # 362495
Seller Image
Picturing Knowledge : Historical and Philosophical Problems Concerning the Use of Art in Science
Published by
University of Toronto Press, 1996
ISBN 10: 0802074391
ISBN 13: 9780802074393
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 # 260686
Stock Image
Picturing Knowledge: Historical and Philosophical Problems Concerning the Use of Art in Science (eng)
Published by
University of Toronto Press, 1996
ISBN 10: 0802074391
ISBN 13: 9780802074393
New
Softcover
Seller: Brook Bookstore On Demand, Napoli, NA, Italy
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Condition: new. Seller Inventory # G2LXWEW4DB
Buy New
US$ 46.36
US$ 7.80 shipping
Ships from Italy to U.S.A.
Ships from Italy to U.S.A.
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller Image
Picturing Knowledge : Historical and Philosophical Problems Concerning the Use of Art in Science
Published by
University of Toronto Press, 1996
ISBN 10: 0802074391
ISBN 13: 9780802074393
New
Softcover
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 260686-n
Seller Image
Picturing Knowledge - Historical and Philosophical Problems Concerning the Use of Art in Science
Published by
University of Toronto Press, Toronto - Buffalo - London, 1996
ISBN 10: 0802074391
ISBN 13: 9780802074393
Used
Soft cover
First Edition
Seller: Oxfam Bookshop Gent, Gent, Belgium
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. XXIV - 389 pp. Richly illustr. University of Toronto Press, Toronto - Buffalo - London 1996. First Edition. Softcover. Clean and unmarked inside. Ex. library of the Library of the Ghent University: usual labels, stamps and numbers. Otherwise a very good copy. Seller Inventory # 012095
Buy Used
US$ 29.52
US$ 30.96 shipping
Ships from Belgium to U.S.A.
Ships from Belgium to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Picturing Knowledge Historical and Philosophical Problems Concerning the Use of Art in Science
Print on DemandSeller: Revaluation Books, Exeter, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 1st edition. 389 pages. 9.25x6.25x1.00 inches. In Stock. This item is printed on demand. Seller Inventory # __0802074391
Buy New
US$ 44.08
US$ 16.52 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 2 available
Stock Image
Picturing Knowledge
Published by
University of Toronto Press, 1996
ISBN 10: 0802074391
ISBN 13: 9780802074393
New
Softcover
Seller: Kennys Bookshop and Art Galleries Ltd., Galway, GY, Ireland
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. The contributors to this volume examine the historical and philosophical issues concerning the role that scientific illustration plays in the creation of scientific knowledge. Editor(s): Baigrie, Brian S. Series: Toronto Studies in Philosophy. Num Pages: 414 pages, 115 illustrations. BIC Classification: HPN; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 23. Weight in Grams: 660. . 1996. Paperback. . . . . Seller Inventory # V9780802074393
Buy New
US$ 49.24
US$ 12.04 shipping
Ships from Ireland to U.S.A.
Ships from Ireland to U.S.A.
Quantity: Over 20 available
Stock Image
Picturing Knowledge
Published by
MY - University of Toronto Press, 1996
ISBN 10: 0802074391
ISBN 13: 9780802074393
New
PAP
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # L0-9780802074393
Buy New
US$ 54.76
US$ 6.63 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller Image
Picturing Knowledge
Published by
University of Toronto Press, CA, 1996
ISBN 10: 0802074391
ISBN 13: 9780802074393
New
Paperback
Seller: Rarewaves.com USA, London, LONDO, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: New. The traditional concept of scientific knowledge places a premium on thinking, not visualizing. Scientific illustrations are still generally regarded as devices that serve as heuristic aids when reasoning breaks down. When scientific illustration is not used in this disparaging sense as a linguistic aid, it is most often employed as a metaphor with no special visual content. What distinguishes pictorial devices as resources for doing science, and the special problems that are raised by the mere presence of visual elements in scientific treatises, tends to be overlooked. The contributors to this volume examine the historical and philosophical issues concerning the role that scientific illustration plays in the creation of scientific knowledge. They regard both text and picture as resources that scientists employ in their practical activities, their value as scientific resources deriving from their ability to convey information. Seller Inventory # LU-9780802074393
Buy New
US$ 62.17
Free Shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: Over 20 available