Buchler Robert (115 results)

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. pp.xvi, 326 pages, many figures in the text, a very good hardback, publisher's original glazed cloth, as shown in the Abe stock photo, so no dust-jacket issued, from a university library [9027721254].

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Hardcover. Condition: Fine. pp.xvi, 326 pages, many figures in the text, a Fine hardback, publisher's original laminated boards as shown in the Abe stock photo, so no dust-jacket issued [9027721254].

213pp. Illustrated in color and black and white Contributions by Rosemary F.G. Wyse, Gerard Gilmore, L.K. Erickson, Bradley C. Whitmore, Bruce G. Elmegreen, Debra Meloy Emegreen, Ronald Buta, Marijn Franx, C.C. Lin, S.A. Lowe, G. Contopoulos, Preben Grosbol, R.H. Miller, G. Bertin, William Roberts etc Spine lightly sunned: Near Fine.…

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Paperback. Condition: New. During the past two decades Metaphysics of Natural Complexes has exerted a strong a growing influence on the continuing development of contemporary philosophy. This new and expanded edition acknowledges this influence and brings together much material. Included are the previously published articles "On the Concept of 'the World,'" and "Probing the Idea of Nature," which Buchler wrote subsequent to Metaphysics of Natural Complexes as extensions and completions of the system. Previously unpublished work on the key concept of contour has also been added. In addition there are excerpts from Buchler's replies to his critics, a set of editors' notes to facilitate cross-referencing, and an updated index.This work presents a bold and forceful metaphysics and general ontology. It provides a systematic framework for understanding the broadest features of the world and nature, and for locating our understanding of human nature, selfhood, and society as complexes in and of nature. Buchler's detailed analysis of identity, ordinality, nature, world, and validation advance our understanding of the basic categories to be used in defining and exploring whatever is. Unlike other contemporary philosophers that confine themselves to narrowly defined problems in hermeneutics or theory of knowledge, Buchler is unrelenting in his drive toward a more encompassing perspective, simultaneously combining interpretive precision with sheer breadth of vision.…

Softcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: N/A. viii, 142pp. Pictorial light card covers. 8vo. Light chipping to edges and wear to covers. Internally, neat, clean, bright and tight.

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. During the past two decades Metaphysics of Natural Complexes has exerted a strong a growing influence on the continuing development of contemporary philosophy. This new and expanded edition acknowledges this influence and brings together much material. Included are the previously published articles "On the Concept of 'the World,'" and "Probing the Idea of Nature," which Buchler wrote subsequent to Metaphysics of Natural Complexes as extensions and completions of the system. Previously unpublished work on the key concept of contour has also been added. In addition there are excerpts from Buchler's replies to his critics, a set of editors' notes to facilitate cross-referencing, and an updated index. This work presents a bold and forceful metaphysics and general ontology. It provides a systematic framework for understanding the broadest features of the world and nature, and for locating our understanding of human nature, selfhood, and society as complexes in and of nature. Buchler's detailed analysis of identity, ordinality, nature, world, and validation advance our understanding of the basic categories to be used in defining and exploring whatever is.Unlike other contemporary philosophers that confine themselves to narrowly defined problems in hermeneutics or theory of knowledge, Buchler is unrelenting in his drive toward a more encompassing perspective, simultaneously combining interpretive precision with sheer breadth of vision. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Anmerkungen / beschriftet / Stempel. "Encyklopedia zidovskych nabozenskych obci na Slovensku" - Pinkas Hakehillot Slovakia vysla v edicii muzea holokaustu JAD VASEM v Jerazaleme v roku 2003. Zostavovatelom je jeden z poprednych izraelskych historikov slovenskeho povodu Robert J. Buchler. Encyklopedia ponuka chronologicky prehlad klucovych zdokumentovanych historickych udalosti, ktore sa tykaju dejin zidovskych komunit na Slovensku. Mapuje osudy jednotlivych zidovskych obci (v istom zmysle aj osobnosti z konfesionalnej, spolocenskej, kulturnej a hospodarskej sfery) od ich vzniku po rok 1945, resp. 1948.…

Trade paperback. Condition: Very good. xi, [1], 155, [1] pages. Illustrations. References. Cover has slight wear and soiling. Published since 1823, the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences (first published as the Annals of the Lyceum of Natural History of New York) is one of the oldest continuously published scientific serials in the United States. This issue devoted to Chaotic Phenomena in Astrophysics. Dr. Buchler was a professor emeritus of Physics at the University of Florida as the time of his 2012 death. Heinrich Karl Eichhorn (1927 - 1999) was a primary founder of modem astrometry and a man whose essential nature was innovation was lost with his passing . Heinz believed in a broad definition of astrometry, so as to include location and motion measured by any means, including radial velocities and interferometry; and his rigorous thinking was legendary among active astrometrists and students alike. Openness to the ideas of others and enthusiastic encouragement were major components of his image. The New York Academy of Sciences (originally the Lyceum of Natural History) was founded in January 1817. It is one of the oldest scientific societies in the United States. An independent, non-profit organization with more than 20,000 members in 100 countries, the Academy's mission is "to advance scientific research and knowledge; to support scientific literacy; and to promote the resolution of society's global challenges through science-based solutions". Founded on January 29, 1817, the New York Academy of Sciences was originally called the Lyceum of Natural History. Convened by the Academy's founder and first President, Samuel L. Mitchill, the first meeting of the Lyceum took place at the College of Physicians and Surgeons, located on Barclay Street near Broadway in lower Manhattan. The principal activities of the early Lyceum focused on hosting lectures, collecting natural history specimens, and establishing a library. In 1823, the Lyceum began publishing its own scientific journal, then the Annals of the Lyceum of Natural History of New York, now the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences. By 1826 the Lyceum owned "the richest collection of reptiles and fish in the country," however a fire in 1866 destroyed the collection completely. Following the fire, the Academy turned its focus away from collecting and instead to research, scientific publishing, and disseminating scientific information. From the outset, the New York Academy of Sciences membership was unique among scientific societies, with a democratic structure that allowed anyone to become a member, from laymen to respected professional scientists. For that reason, the membership has always included a mix of scientists, business people, academics, those working in government, and public citizens with an interest in science. Prominent members have included two United States Presidents Thomas Jefferson and James Monroe, as well as numerous well-known scientists such as Asa Gray (who served as the Superintendent of the Academy starting in 1836), John James Audubon, Alexander Graham Bell, Thomas Edison, Louis Pasteur, Charles Darwin, and Margaret Mead (who served for a time as the Vice President of the Academy). Prior to 1877, the Academy only admitted men, but on November 5, 1877, they elected Erminnie A. Smith the first female member. Membership has also included numerous Nobel Prize winners over the years. Early Academy members played prominent roles in the establishment of New York University in 1831 and the American Museum of Natural History in 1858. The Academy has made significant contributions to the scientific community during the course of its history, including publishing one of the first studies on environmental pollution in 1876; conducting a scientific survey of Puerto Rico from 1907-1934; the first conference on antibiotics on 21 July 1948; hosting an important gathering and publishing the first volume on the cardiovascular effects of smoking in 1960;[9] the founding of a Women in science.…

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Softcover. Condition: Gut. 155 S. Ehem. Bibliotheksexemplar mit Signatur und Stempel. GUTER Zustand, ein paar Gebrauchsspuren. Ex-library with stamp and library-signature. GOOD condition, some traces of use. D03751 897663896 Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 550.

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Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 2nd Edition. Clean, In Very Good Condition. With No Remarks Or Highlights. 308 Pages With The Index. Creased Covers. This Book Is Not Signed. 2Nd Edition.We will state signed at the description section. we confirm they are signed via email or stated in the description box. - Specializing in academic, collectiblle and historically significant, providing the utmost quality and customer service satisfaction. For any questions feel free to email us.…