The Philosophy of Ecology: From Science to Synthesis - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0820322202 ISBN 13: 9780820322209

Publisher: University of Georgia Press, 2000

Synopsis

This is the first introductory anthology on the philosophy of ecology edited by an ecologist and a philosopher. It illustrates the range of philosophical approaches available to ecologists and provides a basis for understanding the thinking on which many of today's environmental ideas are founded. Collectively, these seminal readings make a powerful statement on the value of ecological knowledge and thinking in alleviating the many problems of modern industrial civilization.

Issues covered include:
the challenges of defining scientific ecology, tracing its genealogy, and distinguishing the science from various forms of "ecological-like" thinking
the ontology of ecological entities and processes
selected concepts of community, stability, diversity, and niche
the methodology of ecology (rationalism and empiricism, reductionism and holism)
the significance of evolutionary law for ecological science

About this title

About the Author:

David R. Keller (Editor)
DAVID R. KELLER is an assistant professor of philosophy and director of the Center for the Study of Ethics at Utah Valley State College.

Frank B. Golley (Editor)
FRANK B. GOLLEY (1930-2006) was Research Professor of Ecology, professor of zoology, and professor of environmental design at the University of Georgia. His books include A Primer for Environmental Literacy, A History of the Ecosystem Concept, and Tropical Rainforest Systems.

About this edition

• Publisher: University of Georgia Press
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0820322202
• ISBN 13: 9780820322209
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 392
• Editor: Keller David R., Golley Frank B.