An Introduction to the Philosophy of Science

Carnap, Rudolf

ISBN 10: 0486283186 / ISBN 13: 9780486283180

Published by Dover Publications, 1995

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Science
• Publisher: Dover Publications
• Publication Date: 1995
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0486283186
• ISBN 13: 9780486283180
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Acceptable

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Synopsis

One of the most creative philosophers of the 20th century, Rudolf Carnap presented a series of science lectures at the University of California in 1958. The present volume is an outgrowth of that seminar, which dealt with the philosophical foundations of physics. Edited by Martin Gardner from transcripts of Carnap's classroom lectures and discussions, the book remains one of the clearest and soundest introductions to the philosophy of science.
Specially designed to appeal to a wide range of readers, An Introduction to thePhilosophy of Science offers accessible coverage of such topics as laws and probability, measurement and quantitative language, the structure of space, causality and determinism, theoretical laws and concepts and much more. Stimulating and thought-provoking, the text will be of interest to philosophers, scientists and anyone interested in logical analysis of the concepts, statements and theories of science. Its clear and readable style help make it "the best book available for the intelligent reader who wants to gain some insight into the nature of contemporary philosophy of science" ― Choice. Foreword to the Basic Books Paperback Edition, 1974 (Gardner); Preface (Carnap); Foreword to the Dover Edition (Gardner). 35 black-and-white illustrations. Bibliography.