Progress And Science: Essays In Criticism (1922)

""Progress and Science: Essays in Criticism"" is a collection of essays written by Robert Shafer in 1922. The book is a critique of the idea of progress and the role of science in society. Shafer argues that the idea of progress is flawed and that science is often used to justify harmful practices. He also questions the value of scientific knowledge and its impact on society. The essays cover a range of topics, including the history of science, the role of technology in society, and the ethics of scientific research. Shafer's writing is clear and concise, and he presents his arguments in a thoughtful and nuanced way. Overall, ""Progress and Science"" is a thought-provoking book that challenges the reader to reconsider their assumptions about progress and the role of science in society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.