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Published by Oneworld Publications
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
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About The Book
From magic to the Enlightenment; Darwinism to nuclear weapons
Weaving together intellectual history, philosophy, and social studies, Sean Johnston offers a unique appraisal of the history of science and the nature of this evolving discipline. Science is all-encompassing and new developments are usually mired in controversy; nevertheless, it is a driving force of the modern world. Based on its past, where might it lead us in the twenty-first century?
Weaving together intellectual history, philosophy, and social studies, Sean Johnston offers a unique appraisal of the history of science and the nature of this evolving discipline. Science is all-encompassing and new developments are usually mired in controversy; nevertheless, it is a driving force of the modern world. Based on its past, where might it lead us in the twenty-first century?
Product Details
- Publisher: Oneworld Publications (December 1, 2012)
- Length: 232 pages
- ISBN13: 9781780741598
Raves and Reviews
“Compellingly written…As an introduction to the historiography of science, this book is superb…a wonderfully rich volume, ideal for the newbie historian or interested layperson.”
– British Society for the History of Science
"Lucidly and engagingly written ... Johnston has managed to cover an impressive range of material, making it readily accessible to newcomers."
– Patricia Fara - author of 'Science: A Four Thousand Year History'
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